2005 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2012 Ford Mustang

To start off, 2012 Ford Mustang is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mustang (412 HP) has 129 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Range Rover. (283 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 805 kg more than 2012 Ford Mustang.

Because 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2012 Ford Mustang (528 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover Range Rover. (441 Nm). This means 2012 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover Range Rover.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Land Rover Range Rover 2012 Ford Mustang
Make Land Rover Ford
Model Range Rover Mustang
Year Released 2005 2012
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4392 cc 5000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 283 HP 412 HP
Torque 441 Nm 528 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2440 kg 1635 kg
Fuel Consumption Highway 14.7 L/100km 9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 19.6 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 61 L


 

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