2009 Ford Mustang vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (494 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2009 Ford Mustang. (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 840 kg more than 2009 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mustang. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Mustang | 2004 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mustang | S |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 5441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 494 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 88 L |