2009 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Infiniti IPL
To start off, 2013 Infiniti IPL is newer by 4 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, 2013 Infiniti IPL (338 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2009 Ford Mustang. (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti IPL should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1210 kg more than 2013 Infiniti IPL.
Because 2009 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti IPL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti IPL. (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti IPL. 2013 Infiniti IPL 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. 2013 Infiniti IPL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford Mustang | 2013 Infiniti IPL | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Mustang | IPL |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 338 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2862 kg | 1652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1823 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1406 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11 L/100km |