2002 Ford Mustang vs. 2004 Ford E-150
To start off, 2004 Ford E-150 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mustang (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2004 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-150 weights approximately 645 kg more than 2002 Ford Mustang.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Ford Mustang (529 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford E-150. (388 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Mustang | 2004 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mustang | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 2127 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 132 L |
