2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra is newer by 8 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 32 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 2012 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 2012 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mustang | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 100 L |
