2009 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2009 Ford Mustang. (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mustang weights approximately 447 kg more than 2010 BMW X6.
Because 2010 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 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, 2010 BMW X6 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mustang. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Mustang. 2010 BMW X6 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. 2010 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mustang | 2010 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Mustang | X6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 555 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2862 kg | 2415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 85 L |
