2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser vs. 2010 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2010 Ford Mustang is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1253 kg more than 2010 Ford Mustang.
Because 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Mustang. (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser | 2010 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Mega Cruiser | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1603 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2290 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 61 L |
