2009 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra
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 Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tundra. (282 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1182 kg more than 2009 Ford Mustang.
Because 2005 Toyota Tundra 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, 2005 Toyota Tundra 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, 2005 Toyota Tundra (441 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mustang. (434 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mustang | 2005 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mustang | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3270 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 100 L |
