2009 Ford Mustang vs. 2004 Ford F-150
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 F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Ford F-150. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 666 kg more than 2009 Ford Mustang.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (343 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mustang. (325 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mustang | 2004 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mustang | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 95 L |
