2008 Ford Mustang vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (618 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 408 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mustang. (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 661 kg more than 2008 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (781 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mustang. (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mustang. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mustang | 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mustang | SLR McLaren |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 618 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 781 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 20.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 98 L |
