2001 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 12 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mustang. (265 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1229 kg more than 2001 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mustang. (414 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mustang. 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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. 2013 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Ford Mustang | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mustang | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 102 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 2714 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1955 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 100 L |