2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen CC is newer by 6 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 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (190 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 3 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang. 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, 2010 Volkswagen CC, 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 (298 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen CC. (280 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 2010 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mustang | CC |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
