2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 7 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 73 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Touran. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 4 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Touran. 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, 2011 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Touran. (220 Nm @ 1550 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mustang | 2011 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Mustang | Touran |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4009 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1550 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1516 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |