2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Lexus IS
To start off, 2006 Lexus IS 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 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2006 Lexus IS. (176 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus IS weights approximately 68 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang.
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, 2004 Ford Mustang (529 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus IS. (400 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mustang | 2006 Lexus IS | |
Make | Ford | Lexus |
Model | Mustang | IS |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4589 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 15.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 65 L |