2005 Ford Freestyle vs. 2008 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Freestyle would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 749 kg more than 2008 Ford Mustang.
Because 2005 Ford Freestyle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle 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, 2008 Ford Mustang (434 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestyle | 2008 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Freestyle | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 61 L |
