2012 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Mitsubishi RVR
To start off, 2012 Ford Mustang is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mitsubishi RVR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mitsubishi RVR 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 157 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi RVR. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi RVR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mustang weights approximately 252 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi RVR. 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, 2011 Mitsubishi RVR, 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi RVR. (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi RVR.
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2012 Ford Mustang | 2011 Mitsubishi RVR | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Mustang | RVR |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 379 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1627 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4778 mm | 4295 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1877 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1425 mm | 1631 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 63 L |