2006 Ford Escape vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 (216 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (155 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 225 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 (310 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Escape | 320 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |
