2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 3,931 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1997 Mercedes-Benz C. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 23 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercedes-Benz C. (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mustang | 1997 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mustang | C |
Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3931 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 85.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 78.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1387 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 62 L |