2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 6 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 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (390 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz E. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 19 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 (529 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz E. (349 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mustang | 2010 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mustang | E |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4589 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 349 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4869 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2873 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |