2005 Ford FPV BF GT vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford FPV BF GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT (389 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz S. (275 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 20 kg more than 2005 Ford FPV BF GT.
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, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz S. (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford FPV BF GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz S. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford FPV BF GT has manual transmission. 2005 Ford FPV BF GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford FPV BF GT | 2004 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | FPV BF GT | S |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 4266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2150 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 88 L |
