2004 BMW 120 vs. 2007 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2007 Ford Mustang is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 120 would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mustang (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2004 BMW 120. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mustang weights approximately 330 kg more than 2004 BMW 120. 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, 2007 Ford Mustang (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 120. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 120 | 2007 Ford Mustang | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 120 | Mustang |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4016 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |