1998 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 395 kg more than 1998 Ford Mustang.
Because 1998 Ford Mustang 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 1998 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz A, 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, 1998 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. 2006 Mercedes-Benz A has automatic transmission and 1998 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1998 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz A will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Ford Mustang | 2006 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mustang | A |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2570 mm |