1999 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2010 Toyota Highlander 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 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1999 Ford Mustang. (187 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 454 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 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, 2010 Toyota Highlander, 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, 2010 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Mustang. 2010 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Ford Mustang | 2010 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mustang | Highlander |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3801 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1864 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 73 L |