2004 Ford Ranger vs. 2011 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2011 Ford Mustang is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mustang (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2004 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Ranger weights approximately 15 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Ford Mustang (379 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Ranger. (251 Nm). This means 2011 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Ranger | 2011 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Ranger | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1642 kg | 1627 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 61 L |
