2004 Ford GT vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford GT would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford GT (494 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 175 kg more than 2004 Ford GT.
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, 2004 Ford GT (679 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford GT | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | GT | E |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 494 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 679 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |