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 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford GT (551 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. (470 HP @ 4200 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 270 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford GT. (678 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford GT.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford GT | 2004 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | GT | E |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 551 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 700 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1854 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 78 L |