2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 4 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 (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (169 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 8 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (321 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mustang | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Mustang | Touran |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4009 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |