2008 Ford Mustang vs. 2004 Maserati Coupe
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Maserati Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Maserati Coupe would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati Coupe (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mustang. (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 604 kg more than 2008 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, 2004 Maserati Coupe (451 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mustang. (434 Nm). This means 2004 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mustang | 2004 Maserati Coupe | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Mustang | Coupe |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 4245 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 451 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 21.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 18.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 88 L |