2009 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Ford Mustang. (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 289 kg more than 2009 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2007 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mustang. (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Mustang. 2007 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford Mustang | 2007 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mustang | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4009 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 415 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 87 L |