2011 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Mazda 2
To start off, 2013 Mazda 2 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford Mustang 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 312 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 2. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mustang weights approximately 644 kg more than 2013 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Mazda 2, 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 (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 2. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Mustang | 2013 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Mustang | 2 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 412 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 528 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4778 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1877 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 43 L |
