2008 Ford F-450 vs. 2004 Ford GT
To start off, 2008 Ford F-450 is newer by 4 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford GT (494 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2008 Ford F-450. (350 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford F-450.
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, 2008 Ford F-450 (881 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford GT. (679 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-450 | 2004 Ford GT | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-450 | GT |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6400 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 679 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6670 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4390 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 66 L |
