2006 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Toyota RunX

To start off, both 2006 Ford Mustang and 2006 Toyota RunX were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2006 Toyota RunX. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota RunX.

Because 2006 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RunX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RunX. (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RunX.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ford Mustang 2006 Toyota RunX
Make Ford Toyota
Model Mustang RunX
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Convertible Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4014 cc 1793 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 210 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 325 Nm 171 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 100.4 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84.4 mm 91.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4180 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 60 L


 

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