2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. (268 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 213 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 (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Ford Mustang | 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mustang | S |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 4266 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 88 L |