2006 Ford GT vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2006 Ford GT and 2006 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford GT (550 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 366 kg more than 2006 Ford GT.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford GT | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GT | E |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 550 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
