2001 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2009 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 8 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (260 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 95 kg more than 2001 Ford Mustang.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Mustang | 2009 Jeep Wrangler | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Mustang | Wrangler |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3777 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 85 L |