2007 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2013 Ford Fusion is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2013 Ford Fusion. (234 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Fusion.
Because 2013 Ford Fusion is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion will offer significantly more control. 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 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Fusion. (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Fusion. 2013 Ford Fusion has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Fusion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Mustang | 2013 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mustang | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2121 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 66 L |
