2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 33 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang.
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, 2003 Ford Mustang (530 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mustang | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mustang | C |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |
