2006 Ford Escape vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 13 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML. (187 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 395 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Escape | ML |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 95 L |
