2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Lexus GS
To start off, 2011 Lexus GS 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 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2011 Lexus GS. (340 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus GS weights approximately 213 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 (529 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus GS. (362 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mustang | 2011 Lexus GS | |
Make | Ford | Lexus |
Model | Mustang | GS |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4589 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 362 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4844 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 65 L |