2001 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mustang. (187 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M weights approximately 718 kg more than 2001 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mustang | 2013 Mercedes-Benz M | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mustang | M |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3801 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 2130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2915 mm |
