2004 Volkswagen GTI vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
In comparing the 2004 Volkswagen GTI's and the 2004 Ford Mustang's specifications and ratings, the 2004 Volkswagen GTI has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. The 2004 Ford Mustang has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The 2004 Volkswagen GTI and 2004 Ford Mustang have the same typical lower range of pricing for used cars. Based on this comparison of the 2004 Volkswagen GTI's and the 2004 Ford Mustang's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
2004 Volkswagen GTI vs. 2004 Ford Mustang Pricing
A used 2004 Volkswagen GTI ranges from $3,900 to $9,925 while a used 2004 Ford Mustang is priced between $3,900 to $27,999.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2004 Volkswagen GTI’s base engine makes 180 horsepower, and the 2004 Ford Mustang base engine makes 193 horsepower. The GTI is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 392 miles. The Mustang is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 405 miles.This gives the 2004 Volkswagen GTI the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2004 Ford Mustang the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2004 Ford Mustang has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
3900 - 9925
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
3900 - 27999
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.2103
Volkswagen GTI Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Ford Mustang Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.294082 / 10
Reliability:
8.388164 / 10
Retained Value:
8.2 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Volkswagen GTI Rankings
Not yet available
Ford Mustang Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 15Ranking
1 out of / 15Ranking
1 out of / 15Ranking
1 out of / 5Ranking
1 out of / 3Ranking
2 out of / 11Ranking
2 out of / 11Ranking
2 out of / 6Ranking
3 out of / 15Ranking
3 out of / 15Ranking
3 out of / 11Ranking
4 out of / 15Ranking
4 out of / 6Ranking
5 out of / 15Ranking
5 out of / 10Ranking
6 out of / 11Ranking
8 out of / 15Ranking
8 out of / 11Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2004 Volkswagen GTI Trim Levels
1.8T, VR6
2004 Ford Mustang Trim Levels
Not yet available
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
180 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
173 foot-lbs @ 1950 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.061 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
193 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
225 foot-lbs @ 2800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.059 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 28 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
294 / 392 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.9 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 27 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
270 / 405 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.7 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
35.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
29.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.1 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2934 lbs
Width:
68.3 inches
Height:
56.7 inches
Length:
164.9 inches
Wheelbase:
98.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3290 lbs
Width:
73.1 inches
Height:
53.1 inches
Length:
183.2 inches
Wheelbase:
101.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
205/55R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available