2007 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2013 Ford Mustang. (301 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2013 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Mustang. (380 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Mustang. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2013 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2013 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 Mercedes-Benz E | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | E | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
