2000 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat 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. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 179 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang.
Because 2000 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Mustang. 2013 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Ford Mustang | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Mustang | Passat |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 16.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4868 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1487 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2803 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |