2023 Ford
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2023 Mercedes-Benz
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| MPG - City | 15 - 21 MPG | 24 - 25 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 23 - 32 MPG | 33 - 36 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 2 - 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | Info not available | Info not available |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 310 - 470 hp | 221 hp |
| Exterior Length | 188.3 in | 184.6 in |
| Exterior Width | 75.4 in | 72.0 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 44.5 in
Rear 30.6 in |
Front 41.8 in
Rear 33.9 in |
| Head Room |
Front 37.6 in
Rear 34.8 in |
Front 38.5 in
Rear 35.7 in |
*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.
Comfort
Passengers in the back seat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 than the Ford Mustang, due to its greater head- and legroom.
The Ford Mustang will be a favorite with taller drivers due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Mercedes-Benz CLA 250.
Convenience
With the Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 you will definitely be making less frequent stops at the gas station than with the Ford Mustang, due to its tank size and fuel economy.
Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). When looking only at MSRP, the Ford Mustang will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Mercedes-Benz CLA 250.
Dimensions
Since the Ford Mustang is much wider than the Mercedes-Benz CLA 250, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging.
When looking at overall length, the Ford Mustang takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Mercedes-Benz CLA 250.
Handling
The Ford Mustang has a larger turning radius than the Mercedes-Benz CLA 250, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Ford Mustang has a much more powerful engine than the Mercedes-Benz CLA 250. However, something you should consider is that higher horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.
Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the engine of the Ford Mustang does a much better job of transmitting power to the wheels than the Mercedes-Benz CLA 250.
Utility
The Ford Mustang has less seating than the Mercedes-Benz CLA 250, making the Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 the better choice if you need to chauffeur many passengers.