2005 Ford Escape vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 6 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 2,151 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (124 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (120 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito weights approximately 546 kg more than 2005 Ford Escape.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Escape | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Escape | Vito |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2151 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2016 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 78 L |