2005 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 6 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 63 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. (139 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 31 kg more than 2005 Ford Mustang.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. (176 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mustang | 2011 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Mustang | Orlando |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
