2005 Ford Mustang vs. 1996 Peugeot Partner
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Peugeot Partner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Peugeot Partner would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot Partner. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mustang weights approximately 217 kg more than 1996 Peugeot Partner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot Partner, 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, 2005 Ford Mustang (335 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot Partner. (147 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot Partner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mustang | 1996 Peugeot Partner | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Mustang | Partner |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1387 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |
