2007 Toyota Highlander vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (414 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 290 kg more than 2007 Toyota Highlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (287 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Highlander | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Highlander | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3311 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.6 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |
