2006 Ford Mustang vs. 2002 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen W12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen W12 would be higher. At 5,982 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen W12 (600 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 390 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mustang. (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1605 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen W12.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Volkswagen W12 (335 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mustang. (325 Nm). This means 2002 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mustang | 2002 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mustang | W12 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4013 cc | 5982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
