1998 Toyota Sienna vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Sienna. (189 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 114 kg more than 2013 Ford Mustang.
Because 2013 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Sienna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (380 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Sienna. (279 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Sienna. 1998 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2013 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2013 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Sienna | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Sienna | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1591 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2720 mm |
