2005 Ford Escape vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Escape would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (382 HP) has 181 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (251 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Escape | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Escape | CLK |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2961 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 382 HP |
Torque | 251 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 62 L |