2001 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mustang. (260 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 981 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 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2005 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, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mustang. (410 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mustang | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mustang | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 2279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 99 L |
