2006 Ford Escape vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, both 2006 Ford Escape and 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 280 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 SL | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Escape | SL |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2998 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |