2006 Ford Escape vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Escape would be higher. At 4,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (423 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (155 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 405 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.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 532 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Escape | CL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1419 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2955 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
