2009 Ford Mustang vs. 2004 Ford Econoline
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Econoline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Econoline would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2004 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1359 kg more than 2009 Ford Mustang.
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, 2009 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Mustang | 2004 Ford Econoline | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Mustang | Econoline |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3510 mm |