2001 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 6 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 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (265 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mustang weights approximately 213 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus, 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, 2001 Ford Mustang (414 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (251 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mustang | 2007 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mustang | Focus |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
