2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 346 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 2004 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Ford Mustang | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Mustang | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 56 L |