2007 Ford Territory vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2007 Ford Territory is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz S (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2007 Ford Territory. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Territory. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 164 kg more than 2007 Ford Territory. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz S (570 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Territory. (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Territory.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Territory | 1993 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Territory | S |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 5987 cc |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
