2008 Ford Mustang vs. 2001 Seat Tango
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Tango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Tango would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2001 Seat Tango. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Tango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Tango weights approximately 194 kg more than 2008 Ford Mustang.
Because 2008 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 2008 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Seat Tango, 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, 2008 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Tango. (240 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Tango.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mustang | 2001 Seat Tango | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Mustang | Tango |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |