2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Toyota Avensis

To start off, 2007 Toyota Avensis is newer by 3 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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (211 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avensis. (145 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 104 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avensis. 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, 2007 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 (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avensis. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avensis.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Ford Mustang 2007 Toyota Avensis
Make Ford Toyota
Model Mustang Avensis
Year Released 2004 2007
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4009 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 211 HP 145 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 196 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 100.4 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84.4 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 11.0:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1520 kg 1416 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 60 L


 

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