1999 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 13 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1107 kg more than 1999 Ford Mustang.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Mustang. (160 Nm). This means 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Mustang. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton 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. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Ford Mustang | 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Mustang | Phaeton |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 500 Nm |
Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 2315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5179 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1903 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1901 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3001 mm |