1999 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Ford Mustang. (187 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Mustang weights approximately 79 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan.
Because 1999 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 1999 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan, 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, 1999 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Mustang | 2005 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Mustang | Sharan |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3801 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1331 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |