2007 Ford F-250 vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-250 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (190 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1581 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.
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, 2007 Ford F-250 (475 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-250 | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-250 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3075 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 59 L |
