2001 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avalon is newer by 7 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avalon (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mustang. (260 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mustang weights approximately 270 kg more than 2008 Toyota Avalon.
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, 2008 Toyota Avalon, 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 (407 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Avalon. 2008 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Mustang | 2008 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mustang | Avalon |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |