2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2001 Porsche GT2
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche GT2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche GT2 would be higher. At 3,931 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche GT2 (456 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche GT2 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche GT2 weights approximately 53 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang. 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, 2001 Porsche GT2 (621 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche GT2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mustang | 2001 Porsche GT2 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Mustang | GT2 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3931 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 456 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 621 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 76.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1387 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2360 mm |