2001 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Ford E-150
To start off, 2011 Ford E-150 is newer by 10 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 35 more horse power than 2011 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1102 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford E-150. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Mustang | 2011 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Mustang | E-150 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2093 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 125 L |