2005 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2006 Toyota Matrix is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Matrix. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Matrix.
Because 2006 Toyota Matrix is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Matrix 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, 2005 Ford Mustang (326 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Matrix. (156 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mustang | 2006 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mustang | Matrix |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
