2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot is newer by 3 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 (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Honda Pilot. (244 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 492 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, 2007 Honda Pilot, 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 (410 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Pilot. (325 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mustang | 2007 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mustang | Pilot |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 325 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 77 L |