2005 Ford GT vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz E
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 E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz E 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 225 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. (268 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 523 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. 2004 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford GT has manual transmission. 2005 Ford GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford GT | 2004 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GT | E |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1477 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
