2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,438 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (211 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 315 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E 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. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Ford Mustang | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mustang | E |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4009 cc | 5438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 469 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |