2005 Ford Mustang vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision (355 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mustang. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mustang weights approximately 22 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision.
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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision (530 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mustang. (326 Nm). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mustang | 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mustang | Vision |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |
