2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis

To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mustang 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 (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (157 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 107 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang.

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, 2005 Toyota Avensis, 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 (434 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (231 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Avensis.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Ford Mustang 2005 Toyota Avensis
Make Ford Toyota
Model Mustang Avensis
Year Released 2004 2005
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4605 cc 2362 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 305 HP 157 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 434 Nm 231 Nm
Engine Bore Size 90.1 mm 88.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 96 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1574 kg 1681 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 4710 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 9.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 59 L 60 L


 

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