2000 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 13 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. Both 2000 Ford Mustang and 2013 Ford E-Series are equipped with a 4,600 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2013 Ford E-Series. (222 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford E-Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 1403 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang.
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, 2000 Ford Mustang (414 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford E-Series. (387 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford E-Series. 2013 Ford E-Series 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. 2013 Ford E-Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Ford Mustang | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Mustang | E-Series |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 387 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.38:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 2611 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2085 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3505 mm |