2009 Ford Escape vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111

To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 2,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (151 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 544 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Ford Escape 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111
Make Ford Mercedes-Benz
Model Escape W 111
Year Released 2009 1969
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2486 cc 2778 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 151 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 136 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline / Electric Hybrid Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 966 kg 1510 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 57 L 65 L


 

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