2000 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (164 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 238 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang.
Because 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (414 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (225 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mustang | 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Mustang | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |
