1999 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Hyundai Terracan

To start off, 2011 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 12 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, 1999 Ford Mustang (256 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Terracan. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 673 kg more than 1999 Ford Mustang.

Because 2011 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2011 Hyundai Terracan 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Terracan. (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Terracan. 2011 Hyundai Terracan 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. 2011 Hyundai Terracan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1999 Ford Mustang 2011 Hyundai Terracan
Make Ford Hyundai
Model Mustang Terracan
Year Released 1999 2011
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4605 cc 2902 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 256 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 406 Nm 339 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 19.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1482 kg 2155 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 59 L 75 L