2006 Ford Escape vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2006 Ford Escape and 2006 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 180 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Escape | C |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2996 cc |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 62 L |