2005 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran

To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 3 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 33 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (169 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 53 kg more than 2005 Ford Mustang.

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, 2008 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (350 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mustang. (326 Nm). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mustang.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Mustang 2008 Volkswagen Touran
Make Ford Volkswagen
Model Mustang Touran
Year Released 2005 2008
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4015 cc 1968 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 202 HP 169 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 326 Nm 350 Nm
Engine Bore Size 100 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 95.5 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1497 kg 1550 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.7 L/100km 6.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 60 L


 

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