2009 Ford Escape vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (120 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito weights approximately 1050 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2009 Ford Escape (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito. 2009 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito has manual transmission. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Escape | Vito |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2151 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 78 L |
