2001 Ford Mustang vs. 2000 Volkswagen AAC
To start off, 2001 Ford Mustang is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen AAC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen AAC would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen AAC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen AAC (309 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mustang. (260 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen AAC should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen AAC weights approximately 76 kg more than 2001 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Volkswagen AAC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen AAC 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 Volkswagen AAC (765 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mustang. (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen AAC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mustang | 2000 Volkswagen AAC | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mustang | AAC |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 765 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
