2009 Toyota Highlander vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 5,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (653 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 383 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Highlander. (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2013 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 2013 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander, 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (856 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Highlander. 2009 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 2013 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2013 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Toyota Highlander | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Highlander | Mustang |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3456 cc | 5800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 653 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 856 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 61 L |