1999 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 14 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 59 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 57 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, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan, 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan.
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1999 Ford Mustang | 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Mustang | Tiguan |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
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 | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1539 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1809 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1683 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |