2004 Ford GT vs. 2008 Ford F-150
To start off, 2008 Ford F-150 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford GT would be higher. Both 2004 Ford GT and 2008 Ford F-150 are equipped with a 5,409 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford GT (494 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2008 Ford F-150. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford GT weights approximately 443 kg more than 2008 Ford F-150. 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, 2004 Ford GT (679 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford F-150. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford F-150. 2008 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford GT has manual transmission. 2004 Ford GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford GT | 2008 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | GT | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 114 L |
