2008 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 Mazda 5

To start off, both 2008 Ford Mustang and 2008 Mazda 5 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,006 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 5. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 5 weights approximately 255 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, 2008 Mazda 5, 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 (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 5. (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 5.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Ford Mustang 2008 Mazda 5
Make Ford Mazda
Model Mustang 5
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4006 cc 2299 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 210 HP 153 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 325 Nm 201 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 9.7:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1077 kg 1332 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.9 L/100km 8.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 60 L


 

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