2006 Ford Escape vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 335 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Escape | SLK |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
