2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 7 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 190 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 968 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Mustang. (530 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Mustang. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mustang | 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mustang | GL |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 2460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1941 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3076 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |
