2011 Toyota Avalon vs. 1999 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2011 Toyota Avalon is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1999 Ford Mustang. (256 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 138 kg more than 1999 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Avalon, 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, 1999 Ford Mustang (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Toyota Avalon | 1999 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Avalon | Mustang |
Year Released | 2011 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1482 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5019 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1486 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2819 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |