2012 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2004 Ford Mustang

To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,931 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 13 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang.

Because 2004 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 2004 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Volkswagen Jetta 2004 Ford Mustang
Make Volkswagen Ford
Model Jetta Mustang
Year Released 2012 2004
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2500 cc 3931 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 170 HP 200 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type 6-speed shiftable automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1400 kg 1387 kg
Vehicle Length 4557 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1781 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1504 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2578 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 61 L


 

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