2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 7 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (429 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 433 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.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (699 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (529 Nm). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mustang | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mustang | CL |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4589 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 429 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 699 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 2095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5095 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2954 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 90 L |