2006 Ford Mustang vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz E. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 315 kg more than 2006 Ford Mustang.
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 Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz E. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Mustang | 2001 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mustang | E |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 78.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2840 mm |