2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (190 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser. (176 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 476 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Because 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser (303 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm). This means 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mustang | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 303 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2680 mm |
