1999 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Eos 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 56 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 108 kg more than 1999 Ford Mustang.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Eos, 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 (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Mustang | 2011 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mustang | Eos |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1443 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
