2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 5 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, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 413 kg more than 2009 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2009 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (321 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mustang | 2009 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mustang | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4009 cc | 3470 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 16.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 83 L |