2012 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Renault Logan
To start off, 2012 Ford Mustang is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Logan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Logan would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mustang (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2006 Renault Logan. (74 HP @ 5 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mustang weights approximately 510 kg more than 2006 Renault Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Renault Logan, 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, 2012 Ford Mustang (379 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Logan. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford Mustang | 2006 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mustang | Logan |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5 RPM |
| Torque | 379 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1056 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
