2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1999 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,298 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1999 Ford Mustang. (256 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Mustang.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Mustang. (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Mustang. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1999 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 1999 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Suburban | Mustang |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5298 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 59 L |