2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2002 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Microbus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Microbus 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 (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Microbus. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Microbus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 142 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang.
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 (411 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Microbus. (201 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Microbus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 2002 Volkswagen Microbus | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mustang | Microbus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
