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2004 Ford Mustang

US · Coupe · Subcompact Cars

The 2004 Ford Mustang is listed in the US market as a coupe with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.

Engine
Varies by configuration: 3.8L 6-cylinder, 3.9L 6-cylinder, 4.6L 8-cylinder (2 VALVE), 4.6L 8-cylinder (4 VALVE), 4.6L 8-cylinder
Power
500 hp (373 kW)
Torque
418 lb-ft (567 Nm)
Transmission
Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Drivetrain
RWD
Fuel
Gasoline
Seating
4 seats
2004 Ford Mustang
Exterior (Front)
Photo: MercurySable99 (CC BY-SA 4.0) · CC BY-SA 4.0
Specifications at a Glance

Key Performance & Dimensions

Units:
Engine / Powertrain
GASOLINE
Power Output
500 hp (373 kW)
Peak Torque
418 lb-ft (567 Nm)
Combined Economy
Not available
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
Not available
Capacity
4 seats · 2 doors
Exterior Dimensions
189.4″ L × 75.4″ W × 55.0″ H
Curb Weight
3,858 lbs (1,750 kg)
Market: US·Switch units anytime to convert horsepower, torque, fuel economy, and dimensions.
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Engine

Engine
SpecificationValueSource
EngineVaries by configuration: 3.8L 6-cylinder, 3.9L 6-cylinder, 4.6L 8-cylinder (2 VALVE), 4.6L 8-cylinder (4 VALVE), 4.6L 8-cylinder
Displacement3.8 L to 4.6 L
Cylinders6 to 8
AspirationNaturally aspirated
Power500 hp (373 kW)
Torque418 lb-ft (567 Nm)
Fuel typeGasoline

Performance

Performance
SpecificationValueSource
0–100 km/h4.1 s
Top speed167 mph (268 km/h)

Not available from our sources: Towing capacity, Payload.

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
SpecificationValueSource
TransmissionVaries by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Gears4 to 6
DrivetrainRWD

Dimensions

Dimensions
SpecificationValueSource
Length189.4 in (4,811 mm)
Width75.4 in (1,915 mm)
Height55.0 in (1,397 mm)
Wheelbase107.0 in (2,718 mm)

Not available from our sources: Ground clearance.

Weight

Weight
SpecificationValueSource
Curb weight3,858 lb (1,750 kg)

Not available from our sources: Gross vehicle weight rating.

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
SpecificationValueSource
Combined21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km)
City18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) to 15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km)
Highway27 mpg (8.7 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km)

Not available from our sources: Electric range, Battery capacity.

Capacity

Capacity
SpecificationValueSource
Seats4
Doors2

Not available from our sources: Fuel tank, Cargo volume.

Trims and configurations

9 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked October 17, 2026.

  • 09E025000: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

    DOPE, INC. IS RECALLING 42,540 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.

    Remedy: DOPE, INC. WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 28, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DOPE, INC. AT 1-626-272-1798.

    Reported May 11, 2009. View on NHTSA

  • 09E012000: EXTERIOR LIGHTING

    SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.

    Remedy: SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.

    Reported April 7, 2009. View on NHTSA

  • 08E050000: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

    K2 MOTOR IS RECALLING 1,921 AFTERMARKET HEADLAMPS OF VARIOUS MODELS SOLD FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS ARE MISSING THE AMBER SIDE REFLEX REFLECTOR WHICH FAILS TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."

    Remedy: K2 MOTOR WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMEBER 17, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT K2 MOTOR AT 1-909-839-2992.

    Reported August 11, 2008. View on NHTSA

  • 06E056000: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

    CERTAIN AFTERMARKET FUEL FILTERS SOLD UNDER THE PUROLATOR BRAND NAME, P/N F65277, SHIPPED FROM JANUARY 16 THROUGH JUNE 2, 2006, FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. DUE TO INCORRECT DESIGN, THE QUICK CONNECTORS MAY NOT FULLY SEAT WITH THE TUBE INTERFACE, EVEN THOUGH THE PERSON MAKING THE CONNECTION MAY BELIEVE THAT THE QUICK CONNECTOR IS FULLY ATTACHED.

    Remedy: UFI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 4, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT UFI FILTERS USA AT 800-230-5876.

    Reported June 13, 2006. View on NHTSA

  • 06E049000: EXTERIOR LIGHTING

    CERTAIN CK MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION HEADLIGHTS, CLEAR CORNER, BUMPER, AND SIDE MARKER LIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.

    Remedy: CK MOTORSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE NONCOMPLIANT LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 1, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CK MOTORSPORT AT 1-909-610-7211.

    Reported May 24, 2006. View on NHTSA

  • 06V108000: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL

    ON CERTAIN MUSTANG COBRA PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE REAR SURFACE OF THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL MAY COME INTO CONTACT WITH FLOOR CARPETING DURING HEAVY THROTTLE APPLICATION. THE UNIQUE SURFACE PROFILE OF THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL MAY CATCH IN THE CUTOUT ON THE FLOOR CARPETING BEHIND THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL.

    Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A SHIELD OVER THE CUTOUT IN THE CARPET BEHIND THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 26, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.

    Reported April 7, 2006. View on NHTSA

Data sources

  • EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 17, 2026 · US Government public data
  • NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 17, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: October 17, 2026

Data verified: October 17, 2026

Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.

Related vehicles

  • 2003 Ford Mustang
    2003 Ford Mustang

    Coupe, Gasoline

    Varies by configuration: 3.8L 6-cylinder (2 VALVE), 4.6L 8-cylinder (2 VALVE), 4.6L 8-cylinder (4 VALVE), 4.6L 8-cylinder (GUZZLER) · 500 hp (373 kW) · RWD
    21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km)

  • 2005 Ford Mustang
    2005 Ford Mustang

    Coupe, Gasoline

    Varies by configuration: 4.0L 6-cylinder, 4.6L 8-cylinder · 500 hp (373 kW) · RWD
    20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km)

Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 2004 Ford Mustang have?

Varies by configuration: 3.8L 6-cylinder, 3.9L 6-cylinder, 4.6L 8-cylinder (2 VALVE), 4.6L 8-cylinder (4 VALVE), 4.6L 8-cylinder. Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

How much horsepower does the 2004 Ford Mustang have?

500 hp (373 kW), as listed by our sources.

What is the fuel economy of the 2004 Ford Mustang?

Combined fuel economy is 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 2004 Ford Mustang front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: RWD.

How many seats does the 2004 Ford Mustang have?

4 seats.

How long is the 2004 Ford Mustang?

189.4 in (4,811 mm).

Are there recalls for the 2004 Ford Mustang?

NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked October 17, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.