2006 Ford Escape vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 215 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm) has 494 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Escape | CL |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 5441 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 700 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 104 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 88 L |