2001 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis 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 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (187 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mustang weights approximately 38 kg more than 2008 Toyota Avensis. 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, 2008 Toyota Avensis, 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 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Mustang | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mustang | Avensis |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3801 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |