1996 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Ford EDGE
To start off, 2013 Ford EDGE is newer by 17 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 4,655 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford EDGE (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mustang. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford EDGE should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford EDGE weights approximately 475 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 2013 Ford EDGE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford EDGE 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, 1996 Ford Mustang (386 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford EDGE. (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford EDGE. 2013 Ford EDGE has automatic transmission and 1996 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1996 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford EDGE will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Mustang | 2013 Ford EDGE | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mustang | EDGE |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4655 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 2022 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4679 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2223 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
