2009 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 1998 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1998 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Mustang weights approximately 129 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox (340 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Mustang. 2009 Chevrolet Equinox has automatic transmission and 1998 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1998 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Equinox will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Equinox | 1998 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Equinox | Mustang |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2580 mm |