2008 Ford GT vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Ford GT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL. (303 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 170 kg more than 2008 Ford GT.
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, 2008 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford GT | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | GT | CL |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 88 L |