2000 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 392 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G (561 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Mustang. (408 Nm). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Mustang. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Ford Mustang | 2006 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mustang | G |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 561 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |