2007 Ford Escape vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, both 2007 Ford Escape and 2007 Mercedes-Benz G were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G (292 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2007 Ford Escape. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Escape.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G (456 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Escape. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Escape. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Escape will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Ford Escape | 2007 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Escape | G |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 4965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 456 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 96 L |