2000 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 9 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 6,208 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (451 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2000 Ford Mustang. (260 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1352 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Mercedes-Benz C (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Mustang. (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Mustang. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C 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. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Ford Mustang | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mustang | C |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4603 cc | 6208 cc |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 451 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 66 L |