2021 Ford Mustang vs. 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime
When we compare the 2021 Ford Mustang's and the 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime's specifications and ratings, the 2021 Ford Mustang has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, resale value and base engine power. The 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the 2021 Ford Mustang's and the 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime's specifications and ratings, the 2021 Ford Mustang is a better car than the 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime.
2021 Ford Mustang vs. 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime Pricing
A used 2021 Ford Mustang ranges from $25,707 to $90,902 while a used 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime is priced between $35,988 to $51,804.
2021 Ford Mustang vs. 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2021 Ford Mustang loses 21 percent of its value and the 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime loses 38 percent of its value. This means the 2021 Ford Mustang retains 16.9 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2021 Ford Mustang’s base engine makes 310 horsepower, and the 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime base engine makes 302 horsepower. The Mustang is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 450 miles. The RAV4 Prime is rated to deliver an average of 38 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 564 miles. This gives the 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2021 Ford Mustang. The Mustang uses regular unleaded, and the RAV4 Prime uses electricity, regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime, a hybrid SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2021 Ford Mustang, a sports car, has the advantage in the area of front leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2021 Ford Mustang has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$25,707 - $90,902
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
21%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$35,988 - $51,804
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
38%
Ford Mustang Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.3 / 10
Reliability:
8.4 / 10
Retained Value:
8.2 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Toyota RAV4 Prime Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
8.7 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Ford Mustang Rankings
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8 out of / 11Toyota RAV4 Prime Rankings
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30 out of / 30Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Plug-In Hybrid
2021 Ford Mustang Trim Levels
Not yet available
2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime Trim Levels
SE, XSE
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
310 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
350 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.089 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
302 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.071 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 29 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
326 / 450 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
40 / 36 / 38
Range (city/hwy):
622 / 564 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity, Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
45.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
34.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
29 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.2 inches
Cargo Space:
13.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
82.8 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.4 inches
Cargo Space:
33.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
63.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
134.8 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3491 lbs
Width:
81.9 inches
Height:
54.3 inches
Length:
188.5 inches
Wheelbase:
107.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4235 lbs
Width:
73 inches
Height:
67 inches
Length:
180.9 inches
Wheelbase:
105.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.1 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/55R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy with painted accents
Tire Size:
225/60R18
