2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Ford S-Max
To start off, 2006 Ford S-Max 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2006 Ford S-Max. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford S-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford S-Max weights approximately 169 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Because 2004 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford S-Max, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford S-Max. (320 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford S-Max.
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2004 Ford Mustang | 2006 Ford S-Max | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Mustang | S-Max |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 1743 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |