Ford GT vs Mercedes-Benz CL55 AMG
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2006 Mercedes-Benz CL55 AMG
Overview
| Spec | Ford GTBase | Mercedes-Benz CL55 AMGCL55 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | CL55 AMG |
| Body style | Coupe | Coupe |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2020 | 2006 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Ford GTBase | Mercedes-Benz CL55 AMGCL55 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $59,140 (best) | $120,500 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Ford GTBase | Mercedes-Benz CL55 AMGCL55 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 16 MPG | 16 MPG |
| City MPG | 14 MPG (best) | 13 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 21 MPG (best) | 20 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 16 gal (best) | — |
Performance
| Spec | Ford GTBase | Mercedes-Benz CL55 AMGCL55 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 526 hp (best) | 493 hp |
| Torque | 429 lb-ft | 516 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 5.2 L | 5.4 L (best) |
| Cylinders | V8 | V8 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Ford GTBase | Mercedes-Benz CL55 AMGCL55 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Cargo volume | 13.5 cu ft (best) | 12.3 cu ft |
| Curb weight | 3,805 lbs (best) | 4,300 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 107.1 in | 113.6 in (best) |
| Length | 189.6 in | 196.6 in (best) |
| Width | 75.9 in (best) | 73.1 in |
| Height | 54.2 in | 55 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Ford GTBase | Mercedes-Benz CL55 AMGCL55 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Ford GT | Mercedes-Benz CL55 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $59,140 MSRP(Currently comparing) | CL55 AMG $120,500 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | R $72,135 MSRP | — |
Ford GT vs Mercedes-Benz CL55 AMG FAQ
- Which is better: 2020 Ford GT or 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL55 AMG?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2020 Ford GT vs 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL55 AMG on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2020 Ford GT or 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL55 AMG?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2020 Ford GT starts lower at $59,140.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2020 Ford GT or 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL55 AMG?
- The 2020 Ford GT leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (59,140).
- Which has better horsepower: 2020 Ford GT or 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL55 AMG?
- The 2020 Ford GT leads on horsepower in this comparison (526).