2008 Ford GT vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S
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 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz S 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 191 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S.
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 S. (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 S. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford GT has manual transmission. 2008 Ford GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford GT | 2006 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | GT | S |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
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 | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 88 L |