1996 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 909 kg more than 1996 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Multivan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan (315 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Mustang.
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1996 Ford Mustang | 2008 Volkswagen Multivan | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Mustang | Multivan |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 3188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2299 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3010 mm |