2005 Ford GT vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford GT would be higher. At 5,506 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford GT (551 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. (493 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 596 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (800 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford GT. (678 Nm). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford GT.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford GT | 2006 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | GT | S |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 551 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 800 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 2180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 88 L |