2000 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Ford F-350
To start off, 2010 Ford F-350 is newer by 10 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Ford Mustang. (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 242 kg more than 2010 Ford F-350.
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, 2010 Ford F-350 (495 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Mustang. (414 Nm). This means 2010 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Mustang | 2010 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Mustang | F-350 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 495 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3490 mm |