2009 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2011 Ford Mustang is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mustang (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 57 kg more than 2011 Ford Mustang.
Because 2011 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 2011 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2011 Ford Mustang (379 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (157 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Corolla | Mustang |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 379 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1627 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |