2001 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 23 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1017 kg more than 2001 Ford Mustang.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mustang. (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Mustang | 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Mustang | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 2315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5179 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1903 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1901 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3001 mm |