1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2009 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1112 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport, 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, 2009 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (286 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport. 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2009 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Trans Sport | Mustang |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2862 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2730 mm |