2006 Ford GT vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford GT would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford GT (550 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (507 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford GT weights approximately 469 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford GT | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | GT | E |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 550 HP | 507 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 631 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 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 | 14.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |