2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 5,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (211 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 168 kg more than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix.
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 Pontiac Grand Prix, 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, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix (438 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang. 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 Pontiac Grand Prix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Mustang | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 5670 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
