2000 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2012 Ford Expedition is newer by 12 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), 2012 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Ford Mustang. (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1443 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.
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, 2012 Ford Expedition (494 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Mustang. (414 Nm). This means 2012 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Mustang. 2012 Ford Expedition 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. 2012 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Mustang | 2012 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Mustang | Expedition |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
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 | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 494 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 2651 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5621 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1974 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3327 mm |