2006 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Highlander (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mustang. (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mustang.
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, 2009 Toyota Highlander, 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Highlander. (249 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mustang | 2009 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mustang | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 73 L |
