2007 Ford Mustang vs. 2001 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2007 Ford Mustang is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mustang (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (144 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mustang weights approximately 417 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2007 Ford Mustang (323 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm). This means 2007 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Mustang | 2001 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mustang | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.3 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.3 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
