2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 2 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 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (211 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1336 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 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, 2006 Ford F-250 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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mustang | 2006 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Mustang | F-250 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4009 cc | 4198 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 17.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 144 L |