2006 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz R. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 546 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz R. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mustang. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Mustang | 2010 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mustang | R |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5156 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1958 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3216 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |