Ford Mustang vs. Ford F-150
In comparing the Ford Mustang's and the Ford F-150's specifications and ratings, the Ford Mustang has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, resale value and interior volume. The Ford F-150 has the advantage in the areas of reliability, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Ford Mustang's and the Ford F-150's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Ford Mustang vs. Ford F-150 Pricing
For a new model, the Ford Mustang's price is between $32,930 and $70,071, with the Ford F-150 priced between $45,464 and $83,454.
Ford Mustang vs. Ford F-150 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Ford Mustang loses 21 percent of its value and the Ford F-150 loses 31.7 percent of its value. This means the Ford Mustang retains 10.7 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Ford F-150.
Ford Mustang vs. Ford F-150 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Ford Mustang is 8.3 out of 10 while the Ford F-150's quality rating is 8.4 out of 10. This results in the Ford Mustang being ranked 1 out of 15 Best Sports Cars and the Ford F-150 being ranked 2 out of 11 Best Full-Size Trucks.
Ford Mustang vs. Ford F-150 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Ford Mustang is 8.4 out of 10. For the Ford F-150 the reliability rating is 8.6 out of 10. This gives the Ford F-150 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Ford Mustang.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Ford Mustang’s base engine makes 315 horsepower, and the Ford F-150 base engine makes 400 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Ford Mustang, a sports car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front leg room and cargo space. The Ford F-150, a fullsize truck, has the advantage in the areas of front head room, and front shoulder room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Ford Mustang has higher safety ratings than the Ford F-150, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.79 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
32930 - 70071
Used Asking Price:
32848 - 81617
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.2103
Pricing
New Asking Price:
45464 - 83454
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.31699
Ford Mustang Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.294082 / 10
Reliability:
8.388164 / 10
Retained Value:
8.2 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Ford F-150 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.378767 / 10
Reliability:
8.6463 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
8.8 / 10
Ford Mustang Rankings
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1 out of / 15Ranking
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5 out of / 10Ranking
6 out of / 11Ranking
8 out of / 15Ranking
8 out of / 11Ford F-150 Rankings
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1 out of / 19Ranking
1 out of / 19Ranking
1 out of / 11Ranking
1 out of / 11Ranking
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2 out of / 11Ranking
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7 out of / 19Ranking
7 out of / 17Ranking
7 out of / 11Ranking
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15 out of / 19Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Cab Types
Not applicable
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab, Extended Cab, Regular Cab
Available Bed Length(s)
Not applicable
Available Bed Length(s)
67.1 inches, 78.9 inches, 97.6 inches
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline, Hybrid
Ford Mustang Trim Levels
Not yet available
Ford F-150 Trim Levels
King Ranch, Lariat, Platinum, Police Responder, Raptor, STX, Tremor, XL, XLT
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.79 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
315 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
350 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.088 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Max Payload:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
400 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
410 foot-lbs @ 4250 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.091 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
9000 lbs
Max Payload:
1810 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 33 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
352 / 528 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
34.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
29 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.2 inches
Cargo Space:
13.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
96.2 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
66.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
8.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
73.5 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3579 lbs
Width:
81.9 inches
Height:
55 inches
Length:
189.4 inches
Wheelbase:
107 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4391 lbs
Width:
95.7 inches
Height:
75.6 inches
Length:
209.1 inches
Wheelbase:
122.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/55R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted steel
Tire Size:
245/70R17