2007 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2007 Ford Mustang and 2007 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Ford Mustang (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Mustang | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mustang | E |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.7 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
