2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 1996 Suzuki Escudo
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Escudo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Escudo would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 440 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 665 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Escudo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz CLS (631 Nm) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. (156 Nm). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Escudo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 1996 Suzuki Escudo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Suzuki |
| Model | CLS | Escudo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 507 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2370 mm |
