2005 Ford GT vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2005 Ford GT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford GT (551 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL. (315 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 462 kg more than 2005 Ford 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 GT (678 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL. (471 Nm). This means 2005 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford GT | 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GT | CL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 551 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 471 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 88 L |
