2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 3 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 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 232 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (411 Nm). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Silverado | Mustang |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 411 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 59 L |