2009 Ford Mustang vs. 2000 Ford Mustang
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 Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (395 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2000 Ford Mustang. (187 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Mustang.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mustang. (240 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Mustang | Mustang |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |