Compare performance (453 HP vs 320 HP), boot space and price (51800 £ vs 43300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Mustang Coupe or VW Arteon?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
VW Arteon has a to a small extent advantage in terms of price – it starts at 43300 £ , while the Ford Mustang Coupe costs 51800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8490 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Arteon manages with 5.10 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Ford Mustang Coupe with 12 L. The difference is about 6.90 L per 100 km.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the Ford Mustang Coupe has a noticeable edge – offering 453 HP compared to 320 HP. That’s roughly 133 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Mustang Coupe is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 4.40 s, while the VW Arteon takes 4.90 s. That’s about 0.50 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Ford Mustang Coupe performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 263 km/h, while the VW Arteon tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 13 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Ford Mustang Coupe pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 540 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 120 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: VW Arteon offers a bit more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.
In curb weight, VW Arteon is a bit lighter – 1607 kg compared to 1808 kg. The difference is around 201 kg.
In terms of boot space, the VW Arteon offers evident more room – 590 L compared to 381 L. That’s a difference of about 209 L.
When it comes to payload, VW Arteon significantly takes the win – 569 kg compared to 334 kg. That’s a difference of about 235 kg.
Overall, the VW Arteon shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.
The Ford Mustang Coupe wears its muscle on its sleeve, delivering a raw, grin-inducing driving experience that turns everyday roads into a little theater of noise and swagger. Inside it's surprisingly livable for regular use, so if you want headline-grabbing looks and a proper driver's car without pretending to be a luxury cruiser, the Mustang coupe is a very entertaining choice.
detailsThe VW Arteon cuts a fastback silhouette that manages to look more expensive than it is, with a cabin that feels calm, roomy and smartly finished. It blends relaxed long distance comfort with a touch of sporting poise, making it a clever choice for buyers who want grand touring polish without shouting for attention.
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Price
51800 - 65600 £
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Price
43300 - 60800 £
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Consumption L/100km
12 - 12.4 L
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Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 8.6 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
275 - 282 g/km
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co2
133 - 195 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
61 L
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Fuel tank capacity
66 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Coupe
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
4
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Seats
5
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Doors
2
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1808 - 1837 kg
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Curb weight
1607 - 1773 kg
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Trunk capacity
381 L
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Trunk capacity
590 L
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Length
4810 - 4819 mm
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Length
4866 mm
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Width
1916 - 1917 mm
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Width
1871 mm
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Height
1398 - 1404 mm
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Height
1434 - 1451 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1632 L
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Payload
327 - 334 kg
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Payload
467 - 569 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
446 - 453 HP
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Power HP
150 - 320 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 5.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.4 s
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Max Speed
250 - 263 km/h
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Max Speed
216 - 250 km/h
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Torque
540 Nm
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Torque
320 - 420 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
8
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
328 - 334 kW
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Power kW
110 - 235 kW
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Engine capacity
5038 cm3
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Engine capacity
1968 - 1984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G
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Brand
Ford
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Brand
VW
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The Ford Mustang Coupe is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive.