2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2004 Ford Ranger
To start off, both 2004 Ford Mustang and 2004 Ford Ranger were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (435 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2004 Ford Ranger. (207 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Ranger.
Because 2004 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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 (544 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Ranger. (323 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 2004 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mustang | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4995 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 544 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
