2009 Ford Mustang vs. 2000 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 7,274 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (395 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2000 Ford Excursion. (232 HP @ 2700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Excursion.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mustang. (240 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mustang | 2000 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mustang | Excursion |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 7274 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3490 mm |
