2010 Volkswagen Tiguan vs. 1996 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mustang (212 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 87 kg more than 1996 Ford Mustang.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 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.
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2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | 1996 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
Model | Tiguan | Mustang |
Year Released | 2010 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1557 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4427 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1808 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1687 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2604 mm | 2580 mm |