2005 Ford GT vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Ford GT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (149 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 113 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 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (340 Nm). This means 2005 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford GT | 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GT | C |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1477 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 62 L |
