2005 Ford Escape vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E

To start off, both 2005 Ford Escape and 2005 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 288 kg more than 2005 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (315 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (262 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Escape 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
Make Ford Mercedes-Benz
Model Escape E
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2999 cc 3199 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 193 HP 221 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 262 Nm 315 Nm
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 89.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80 mm 84 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1497 kg 1785 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.7 L/100km 10.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 80 L


 

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