2006 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 4 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 800 kg more 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, 2010 Volkswagen Routan, 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 (868 Nm) has 557 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. (311 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. 2010 Volkswagen Routan has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen Routan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mustang | 2010 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mustang | Routan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 868 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 2044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 78 L |
