Mustang GTs » 2004 http://www.mustanggt.info Information on the Ford Mustang Wed, 23 Sep 2009 05:30:41 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.4 en hourly 1 The Ford Mustang Mach I for 2004 http://www.mustanggt.info/2009/03/the-ford-mustang-mach-i-for-2004/ http://www.mustanggt.info/2009/03/the-ford-mustang-mach-i-for-2004/#comments Thu, 19 Mar 2009 10:18:26 +0000 mustangman http://www.ponycars.org/the-ford-mustang-mach-i-for-2004 Ford Mustang

Several things can be said about the Ford Mustang series: including the polarizing reactions most buyers have towards their car. The eight-cylinder engine is at the heart of the strong emotions, it is powerful for its class and delivers a large amount of torque.

Under the Hood

Standard equipment in the Mustang for 2003 and 2004 includes the 4.6 liter engine by Ford, weighing in at 8 cylinders and thirty two valves. A 4-speed Automatic Transmission puts the power of the engine to the pavement. The has proven to be a popular configuration for the Mustang.

The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The Mustang uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. Load balancing is provided by coil front springs and coil in the rear.

Statistics

The dimensions of the Mustang Mach I are 73.10 inches wide by 183.20 inches long. It sits 53.20 inches off the ground. It seats a standard four passengers, with 2 doors. The wheelbase of 101.30 allows for extra leg room for the rear passengers.

The listed retail price in 2004 (MSRP) was $28,015, with a dealer invoice cost of $25,583. This price is on target the industry average price for a two-door Coupe.

Fuel Efficiency

The fuel system for the 2004 Mustang is a SFI system, running on gasoline . The fuel is controlled by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design.

The Mustang Mach I received a miles-per-gallon rating of 17 - 18 in-city driving and 23 - 25 when it came to highway driving. Being a gas-powered non-hybrid car, this was within normal parameters.

What We Think of the Ford Mustang

The 2004 model year was very successful for the Ford Mustang. The introduction of several trim levels (along with the Mach I version) meant that buyers could find the version that best suited their needs.

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Several things can be said about the Ford Mustang series: including the polarizing reactions most buyers have towards their car. The eight-cylinder engine is at the heart of the strong emotions, it is powerful for its class and delivers a large amount of torque.

2004 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra Specs

The restyled Mustang SVT Cobra is equipped with a 4.6-liter eight-cylinder engine that utilizes 32 valves. The engine is mated to a Tremec six-speed transmission. This has resulted in an increase in horsepower and torque over the 2003 version.

The Mustang uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The car uses coil and coil springs front and rear respectively.

The fuel system for the 2004 Mustang is a traditional SFI, running on gasoline fuel. The fuel is controlled by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The capacity of the fuel tank is 15.70 gallons.

Statistics

The dimensions of the Mustang SVT Cobra are 73.10 inches wide by 183.20 inches long. It sits 53.20 inches off the ground. It seats a standard four passengers, with 2 doors. The wheelbase of 101.30 allows for extra leg room for the rear passengers.

The standard warranty period for the Mustang is 36 months, or 36,000 miles, whichever comes first. This is standard in the coupe market.

The listed retail price in 2004 (MSRP) was $28,015, with a dealer invoice cost of $25,583. This price is on target the industry average price for a two-door Coupe.

MPG Ratings

The Mustang SVT Cobra received a miles-per-gallon rating of 17 - 18 in-city driving and 23 - 25 when it came to highway driving. Being a gas-powered non-hybrid car, this was within normal parameters.

The vehicle is available in 40TH Anniversary Crimson Red with Parchment Soft Top, Black with Black Soft Top, Black with Parchment Soft Top, Competition Orange with Black Soft Top, Dark Shadow Gray Metallic with Black Soft Top, Oxford White with Black Soft Top, Oxford White with Parchment Soft Top, Oxford White with White Soft Top, Red Fire Metallic with Black Soft Top, Red Fire Metallic with Parchment Soft Top, Red Fire Metallic with White Soft Top, Screaming Yellow with Black Soft Top, Screaming Yellow with White Soft Top, Silver Metallic with Black Soft Top, Sonic Blue with Black Soft Top, Sonic Blue with Parchment Soft Top, Torch Red with Black Soft Top, and Torch Red with Parchment Soft Top.

What We Think of the Ford Mustang

There are several reasons why the Ford Mustang SVT Cobra sold well in 2004. Mainly the increase in availability and a marked improvement in quality meant the buying public was more apt to choose a Ford, specifically a Mustang.

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Several things can be said about the Ford Mustang series: including the polarizing reactions most buyers have towards their car. The six-cylinder engine is at the heart of the strong emotions, it is powerful for its class and delivers a large amount of torque.

2004 Ford Mustang Base Specs

The restyled Mustang Base is equipped with a 3.8-liter six-cylinder engine that utilizes 12 valves. The engine is mated to a Ford four-speed transmission. This has resulted in an increase in horsepower and torque over the 2003 version.

The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The Mustang uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. Load balancing is provided by coil front springs and coil in the rear.

The fuel system for the 2004 Mustang is a traditional SFI, running on gasoline fuel. The fuel is controlled by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The capacity of the fuel tank is 15.70 gallons.

Statistics

The dimensions of the Mustang Base are 73.10 inches wide by 183.20 inches long. It sits 53.20 inches off the ground. It seats a standard four passengers, with 2 doors. The wheelbase of 101.30 allows for extra leg room for the rear passengers.

The standard warranty period for the Mustang is 36 months, or 36,000 miles, whichever comes first. This is standard in the coupe market.

The listed retail price in 2004 (MSRP) was $28,015, with a dealer invoice cost of $25,583. This price is on target the industry average price for a two-door Coupe.

MPG Ratings

The Mustang Base received a miles-per-gallon rating of 17 - 18 in-city driving and 23 - 25 when it came to highway driving. Being a gas-powered non-hybrid car, this was within normal parameters.

In 2003 and 2004 the Mustang Base was availble in the exterior colors of 40TH Anniversary Crimson Red with Parchment Soft Top, Black with Black Soft Top, Black with Parchment Soft Top, Competition Orange with Black Soft Top, Dark Shadow Gray Metallic with Black Soft Top, Oxford White with Black Soft Top, Oxford White with Parchment Soft Top, Oxford White with White Soft Top, Red Fire Metallic with Black Soft Top, Red Fire Metallic with Parchment Soft Top, Red Fire Metallic with White Soft Top, Screaming Yellow with Black Soft Top, Screaming Yellow with White Soft Top, Silver Metallic with Black Soft Top, Sonic Blue with Black Soft Top, Sonic Blue with Parchment Soft Top, Torch Red with Black Soft Top, and Torch Red with Parchment Soft Top.

What We Think of the Ford Mustang

The 2003 model began the promise of the Ford Mustang. The 2004 expanded on this success and has proven to be a strong seller in most markets. Even with strong competition from other manufacturers Ford hopes that the Mustang Base will continue to be a profitable vehicle.

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A high point in the coupe market is the Ford Mustang. In 2004 Ford rolled out an upgraded version of the Mustang with four versions: Base, GT, Mach I, and SVT Cobra. Sales for the Mustang, especially the Mustang GT, were brisk during 2004 and 2005. The improved reliability and the updated styling were responsible for the increased interest.

2004 Ford Mustang GT Specs

The Mustang GT is equipped with a Ford 4.6 liter eight-cylinder engine that utilizes 16 valves. The engine is mated to a Ford 4-speed Transmission. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Ford.

The fuel system for the 2004 Mustang is a SFI design, using gasoline fuel. The fuel flow is controlled by a electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The fuel capacity of the fuel tank is 15.70 gallons.

The Mustang uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The car uses coil and coil springs front and rear respectively.

Statistics

The Mustang is 183.20 inches long, 73.10 inches wide, and 53.20 inches high. It has a wheelbase of 101.30 inches. It is able to seat 4 comfortably.

The listed retail price in 2004 (MSRP) was $28,015, with a dealer invoice cost of $25,583. This price is in line with the industry average price for a two-door Coupe.

The standard warranty period for the Mustang is 36 months, or 36,000 miles, whichever comes first. This is standard in the coupe market.

Fuel Efficiency

The 2004 Mustang gets 23 - 25 miles/gallon on the highway and only 17 - 18 in the city. This is below average for a coupe car.

Parting Shots

The 2003 model began the promise of the Ford Mustang. The 2004 expanded on this success and has proven to be a strong seller in most markets. Even with strong competition from other manufacturers Ford hopes that the Mustang GT will continue to be a profitable vehicle.

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