2004 BMW 320 vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, both 2004 BMW 320 and 2004 Ford Mustang were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (190 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 BMW 320. (174 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 320 weights approximately 121 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang.
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 Ford Mustang (298 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 320. (211 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 320 | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 320 | Mustang |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 3802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 298 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1494 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 59 L |