2005 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2011 Ford Taurus 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, 2011 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mustang. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Taurus weights approximately 324 kg more than 2005 Ford Mustang. 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, 2011 Ford Taurus, 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, 2011 Ford Taurus (337 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mustang. (326 Nm). This means 2011 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mustang | 2011 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mustang | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1821 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 72 L |
