2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Ford E-150
To start off, 2010 Ford E-150 is newer by 6 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2010 Ford E-150. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford E-150 weights approximately 188 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, 2010 Ford E-150, 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 (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford E-150. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford E-150. 2010 Ford E-150 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. 2010 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Ford Mustang | 2010 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Mustang | E-150 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4717 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2824 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 72 L |