2005 Lincoln Aviator 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 Lincoln Aviator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lincoln Aviator 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 (444 HP) has 142 more horse power than 2005 Lincoln Aviator. (302 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Lincoln Aviator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Aviator weights approximately 543 kg more than 2012 Ford Mustang.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Ford Mustang (515 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lincoln Aviator. (407 Nm). This means 2012 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lincoln Aviator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lincoln Aviator | 2012 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Lincoln | Ford |
| Model | Aviator | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 444 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2190 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 61 L |
