2007 Ford Five Hundred vs. 2004 Ford GT
To start off, 2007 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford GT would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford GT (494 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 2007 Ford Five Hundred. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Five Hundred.
Because 2004 Ford GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Ford GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Five Hundred, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 GT (679 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Five Hundred. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Five Hundred. 2007 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford GT has manual transmission. 2004 Ford GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Five Hundred | 2004 Ford GT | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Five Hundred | GT |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 679 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 105.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 66 L |
