Ford Mustang SVT Cobra vs Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 Compare price, expert/user reviews, mpg, engines, safety, cargo capacity and other specs at a glance.

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2004 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra
Supercharged Convertible
CarGurus Instant Market Value
$41,291
12 listings nationwide

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2022 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500
Fastback RWD
CarGurus Instant Market Value
$98,729
59 listings nationwide
9 GREAT deals
13 GOOD deals

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Expert Reviews Reviews from CarGurus experts.

2004 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra
Supercharged Convertible
No Expert Reviews
2022 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500
Fastback RWD
Natalie Harrington Preview:

The Ford Mustang is an American performance icon, as is the late Carroll Shelby, for whom it’s named. The 2022 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 is the pinnacle of the Mustang lineup, offering...

User Reviews Reviews from CarGurus users who have driven or owned the car.

2004 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra
Supercharged Convertible
5
Brentos writes:
We wanted lots of power, numbered car that had a special place in history and you could go topless.
30
GuruKWMN9 writes:
Love this car also.
Handling Ranked 2004 Mercury Marauder 4 Dr STD Sedan better.
"This car oversteers which is better than the alternative but not as bad as the mustang. Metco four linked suspension watts link air bags stabilizer bar and a good set of shocks what more can you ask for. Coil over front shocks sway bar "
Value Ranked 2004 Mercury Marauder 4 Dr STD Sedan better.
"I think that are both a great value."
20
Bill writes:
all out Gt racer
Power Ranked 2004 Ford F-150 Harley-Davidson SuperCab worse.
"4 overhead cams , 4 valves per cylinder, supercharged "
Handling Ranked 2004 Ford F-150 Harley-Davidson SuperCab worse.
"lighter , all independent suspension "
2022 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500
Fastback RWD
5
AMMON writes:
Good on gas mileage given torque output! Overall great vehicle.

Specs

2004 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra
Supercharged Convertible
2022 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500
Fastback RWD
Powertrain 6-Speed Manual 7-Speed Dual Clutch
Drivetrain
RWD
RWD
Fuel Economy, City
15 MPG
12 MPG
Fuel Economy, Highway
22 MPG
18 MPG
Fuel Tank Volume 15 gal 16 gal
Engine
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Gasoline
Power
390 hp @ 6,000 RPM
760 hp @ 7,300 RPM
Torque
390 lb-ft @ 3,500 RPM
625 lb-ft @ 5,000 RPM
Cylinders
8 cylinders
8 cylinders
Compression Ratio
--
9.5:1
Displacement
4,600 cc
5,200 cc
Bore x Stroke
--
3.7 in x 3.66 in
Safety
ABS Brakes Standard Standard
Driver Airbag Standard Standard
Passenger Airbag Standard Standard
Front Side Airbags -- Standard
Curtain Airbags -- Standard
NHTSA Crash Test Results
Side Driver 2 stars --
Side Rear Passenger 3 stars --
Overall -- 5 stars
Front Crash Overall -- 5 stars
Front Crash Driver -- 5 stars
Front Crash Passenger -- 5 stars
Side Crash Overall -- 5 stars
Side Barrier Driver -- 5 stars
Side Pole Driver -- 5 stars
Rollover -- 5 stars
Comfort and Convenience
Leather Seats Standard --
Air Conditioning Standard Standard
CD Player Standard Standard
CD Changer Standard --
Radio Standard Standard
Power Windows Standard Standard
Power Door Locks Standard Standard
Driver Power Seats Standard Standard
Passenger Power Seats Standard Standard
Interior
Maximum Seating 5 seats 4 seats
Front Legroom 41.8 in 44.5 in
Back Legroom 29.9 in 29 in
Payload and Towing
Cargo Volume -- 13.5 cu ft
Exterior
Length 183.5 in 190.2 in
Width 73.1 in 81.9 in
Height 52.9 in 54.3 in
Wheelbase 101.3 in 107 in

Available Options

2004 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra
Supercharged Convertible
2022 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500
Fastback RWD

Exterior Colors

  • Atlas Blue Metallic
  • Brittany Blue Metallic
  • CYBER Orange Metallic Tricoat
  • Carbonized Gray Metallic
  • Code Orange
  • Dark Matter Gray Metallic
  • Eruption Green Metallic
  • Grabber Blue Metallic
  • Iconic Silver Metallic
  • Mischievous Purple Metallic
  • Oxford White
  • Race Red
  • Rapid Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat
  • Shadow Black

Option Packages

  • Exposed Carbon Fiber Instrument Panel
  • Carbon Fiber Track Pack
  • GT500 Heritage Edition Package
  • GT500 Heritage Edition W/Painted Stripes
  • Handling Package
  • Painted Over-The-Top Racing Stripes
  • Technology Package
  • Painted Black Roof
  • Ebony W/Smoke Gray, RECARO Leather-Trimmed Seats W/Miko Suede
  • Vinyl Over-The-Top Racing Stripe

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