2005 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 8 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander (228 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mustang. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 612 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 2013 Toyota Highlander 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (292 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mustang | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mustang | Highlander |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
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 | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 292 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 2109 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4795 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |