2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Altezza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Altezza would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Altezza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 168 kg more than 2001 Toyota Altezza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Ford Mustang (410 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (200 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Altezza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mustang | Altezza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
