2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 BMW 116
To start off, 2011 BMW 116 is newer by 7 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 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2011 BMW 116. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 116 weights approximately 42 kg more 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (298 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 116. (185 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mustang | 2011 BMW 116 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Mustang | 116 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3802 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 185 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 51 L |