1999 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2010 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 11 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saab 05-Sep (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1999 Ford Mustang. (256 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 446 kg more than 1999 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Saab 05-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Saab 05-Sep 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 (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Saab 05-Sep. (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Saab 05-Sep. 2010 Saab 05-Sep has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1999 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Saab 05-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Ford Mustang | 2010 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Ford | Saab |
Model | Mustang | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1928 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5009 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1867 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2837 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |