2004 Ford Escape vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Escape (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 18 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Escape (257 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (185 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Escape | 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Escape | CLK |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 69 L |
