2000 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 SSC Aero
To start off, 2009 SSC Aero is newer by 9 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 797 more horse power than 2000 Ford Mustang. (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 5 kg more than 2009 SSC Aero.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm) has 949 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Mustang. (408 Nm). This means 2009 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Mustang | 2009 SSC Aero | |
Make | Ford | SSC |
Model | Mustang | Aero |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 1062 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 1357 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1293 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1090 mm |