2009 Ford Escape vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 893 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.
Because 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Escape | 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Escape | CL |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 99 L |