2007 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2010 Ford Escape
To start off, 2010 Ford Escape is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (470 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2010 Ford Escape. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Escape weights approximately 110 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2010 Ford Escape is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Escape 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 E (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Escape. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | 2010 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | E | Escape |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 470 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4717 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
