2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Lexus LS
To start off, 2007 Lexus LS 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 4,608 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (211 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Lexus LS (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang. 2007 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mustang | 2007 Lexus LS | |
Make | Ford | Lexus |
Model | Mustang | LS |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4009 cc | 4608 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 84 L |