1998 Toyota Caldina vs. 2011 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2011 Ford Mustang is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mustang (412 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mustang weights approximately 217 kg more than 1998 Toyota Caldina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina 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, 2011 Ford Mustang (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina. 1998 Toyota Caldina has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2011 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Toyota Caldina | 2011 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Caldina | Mustang |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 412 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 528 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |