2011 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2011 Ford Mustang is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mustang (412 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ranger. (207 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mustang weights approximately 23 kg more than 2010 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Ranger 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. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Ford Mustang (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ranger. (322 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Mustang | 2010 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mustang | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 412 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 528 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4778 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1877 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3198 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 74 L |
