2007 Ford Territory vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2007 Ford Territory is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,786 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S (362 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2007 Ford Territory. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Territory. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 24 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Territory. (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Territory | S |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 5786 cc |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| 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 | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 88 L |
