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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 5. (141 HP @ 3500 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 503 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 Mazda 5 (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mustang. (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mustang.

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 4000 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 210 HP 141 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 325 Nm 360 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1107 kg 1610 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4560 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1620 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 6.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 60 L


 

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