2008 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Mustang would be higher. 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 34 more horse power than 2012 BMW X1. (176 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X1 weights approximately 488 kg more than 2008 Ford Mustang.
Because 2012 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 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, 2012 BMW X1 (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mustang. (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mustang. 2012 BMW X1 has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X1 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Ford Mustang | 2012 BMW X1 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Mustang | X1 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4006 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4454 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1545 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 61 L |