2006 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Fiat Fiorino

To start off, 2011 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 5 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Fiorino. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1711 kg more than 2011 Fiat Fiorino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2011 Fiat Fiorino, 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 (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Fiorino. (119 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Fiorino.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ford Mustang 2011 Fiat Fiorino
Make Ford Fiat
Model Mustang Fiorino
Year Released 2006 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4604 cc 1360 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 72 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 434 Nm 119 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90.2 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 77 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 2856 kg 1145 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 3870 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 6.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 45 L


 

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