2000 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 11 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (310 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2000 Ford Mustang. (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1278 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (443 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Mustang. (408 Nm). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Mustang. 2011 Toyota Sequoia 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. 2011 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mustang | 2011 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mustang | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 2576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1956 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3099 mm |
