2005 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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 @ 6500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (245 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 159 kg more than 2012 Ford Mustang.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Ford Mustang (528 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (382 Nm). This means 2012 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota 4Runner | 2012 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | 4Runner | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 412 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 528 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1846 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 61 L |
