2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 Ford Edge
To start off, 2008 Ford Edge is newer by 4 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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (211 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 410 kg more than 2008 Ford Edge.
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, 2008 Ford Edge, 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, 2008 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang. 2008 Ford Edge 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. 2008 Ford Edge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Ford Mustang | 2008 Ford Edge | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Mustang | Edge |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4009 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |