2010 Volkswagen CC vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen CC is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen CC. (138 HP @ 2000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 112 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen CC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC, 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen CC. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volkswagen CC | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
| Model | CC | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4799 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1855 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2708 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
