2009 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (270 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1018 kg more than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 434 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mustang | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mustang | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2862 kg | 1844 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 87 L |
