2007 Ford Territory vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Ford Territory is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,984 cc, 2007 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 281 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (479 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Territory. (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Territory.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Territory | 2002 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Territory | E |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 3224 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 479 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 7.7 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 | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
