2006 Ford Five Hundred vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 5,499 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz G. (95 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 310 kg more than 2001 Mercedes-Benz G. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz G (525 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Five Hundred. (281 Nm). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Five Hundred.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Five Hundred | 2001 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Five Hundred | G |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
