2004 Ford GT vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2004 Ford GT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL (603 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2004 Ford GT. (494 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 635 kg more than 2004 Ford GT. 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford GT. (679 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford GT. 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford GT has manual transmission. 2004 Ford GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford GT | 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GT | CL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 603 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 88 L |
