2000 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2007 Toyota Camry is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Camry. (147 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Camry.
Because 2000 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 2000 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Camry, 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (522 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Camry. (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Camry. 2007 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mustang | 2007 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mustang | Camry |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2780 mm |
