1999 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 7 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, 1999 Ford Mustang (187 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Mustang weights approximately 115 kg more than 2006 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 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, 1999 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Mustang | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mustang | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3801 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 57 L |
