2008 Ford Taurus vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus is newer by 4 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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (200 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 432 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus.
Because 2004 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus, 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, 2008 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (321 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Taurus | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Taurus | Mustang |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3495 cc | 4009 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 60 L |