2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2010 Ford Escape
To start off, 2010 Ford Escape is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2010 Ford Escape. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Escape weights approximately 908 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (531 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Escape. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2010 Ford Escape | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | CL | Escape |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5461 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 383 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 531 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 2903 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 132 L |