2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2001 Toyota Solara
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 Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Solara would be higher. At 3,931 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Solara. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 7 kg more than 2001 Toyota Solara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Solara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Solara. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Solara.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mustang | 2001 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mustang | Solara |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3931 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1387 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |