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Ford Explorer vs. Ford Mustang Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Ford Explorer vs. Ford Mustang Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $32,415

Ford Mustang V6 Premium   
Difference: $9,110

Lowest Total Invoice: $29,815

Ford Mustang V6 Premium   
Difference: $8,697

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201220122012
ModelExplorerMustangMustang
TrimLimitedV6 PremiumGT Premium
Body4dr SUV2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Base Price $37,855 $26,310 $33,710
Base Invoice $35,268 $24,399 $31,059
Polished alloy wheels 595   495
Package 301A 2,250    
Security Package   695 695
Comfort Package   595 595
Pony Package   995  
Electronics Package   2,340 2,340
Temporary spare tire   100  
Remote start   345 345
Rearview camera   240 240
Rear spoiler     0
Polished alloy wheels 506   431
Package 301A 1,913    
Security Package   605 605
Comfort Package   518 518
Pony Package   866  
Electronics Package   2,036 2,036
Temporary spare tire   87  
Remote start   300 300
Rearview camera   209 209
Rear spoiler     0
Options (change) 2,845 5,310 4,710
Options (change) 2,419 4,621 4,099
Destination 825 795 795
Total Price $41,525 $32,415 $39,215
Total Invoice $38,512 $29,815 $35,953

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Ford Mustang

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Mustang V6 Premium
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,410
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,483
Model Year201220122012
ModelExplorerMustangMustang
TrimLimitedV6 PremiumGT Premium
Body4dr SUV2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Engine290hp V6305hp V6412hp V8
TransmissionT6M6M6
DrivetrainFWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)390, 12500, 8500, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/50-20235/50-18235/50-18
Total Price$41,525$32,415$39,215
Adjustments for Features-6,70000
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$34,825$32,415$39,215
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$6,800
Total Invoice$38,512$29,815$35,953
Adjustments for Features-6,21400
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$32,298$29,815$35,953
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$6,138

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Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Ford Mustang

Model Year201220122012
ModelExplorerMustangMustang
TrimLimitedV6 PremiumGT Premium
Body4dr SUV2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100  
6-speed manual $150$150
FWD$0  
RWD $0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100  
Keyless entry keypad$50  
Power liftgate$350  
Power rear side windows$200  
Power-adjustable pedals$125  
Proximity key$250  
Tilt steering wheel, manual $150$150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist$50  
Curve control$50  
Rollover sensor$50  
Side curtain airbags, three rows$500  
Trailer sway control$25  
Cargo Management 
Cargo net$40  
Overhead sunglass holder$25  
Roof rails$250  
Climate Control 
Interior air filter$0  
Rear air vents with manual controls$150  
Rear HVAC unit$400  
Rear wiper$175  
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential $300$300
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding (gray/black)$250  
Deep-tinted rear windows$275  
Wheel-lip moldings$75  
Infotainment 
DVD-compatible player $0$0
Media drive $15$15
SD Card slot$25  
Surround sound$250  
Wi-Fi hotspot capability$0  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Compass $0$0
Heated mirrors$25  
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display$250  
Outside temperature display$50  
Power-folding mirrors$50  
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim $100$100
Center armrest(s), second row$50  
Cooled or ventilated front seats$300  
Manual recliner, second row seats$75  
Memory system, driver seat$200  
Metal pedals $75$75
No leather in second row $-300$-300
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$100  
Power recliner, driver seat$100  
Power recliner, passenger seat$100  
Power-stowing third row seats$1000  
Tailgating position, third row seats$50  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200$200
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0
Total Value of Features$7,390$690$690
Value of Feature Adjustments$6,700$0$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-6,21400

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See a complete comparison of Ford Explorer vs. Ford Mustang features.

Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Ford Mustang

Model Year20122012
ModelExplorerMustang
Body4dr SUV2dr Coupe
Wheelbase112.6 in107.1 in
Length197.1 in188.1 in
Width78.9 in73.9 in
Height70.4 in55.6 in
Curb Weight4,558 lb.3,448 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.6 gal.16.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.6 in38.5 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room61.3 in55.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room57.3 in53.4 in
Row 1 Legroom40.6 in42.4 in
Row 2 Headroom40.5 in34.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room61.0 in51.6 in
Row 2 Hip Room56.7 in46.8 in
Row 2 Legroom39.8 in29.8 in
Row 3 Headroom37.8 in0.0 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room50.8 in0.0 in
Row 3 Hip Room40.7 in0.0 in
Row 3 Legroom33.2 in0.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		21.0 ft313.4 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2		43.8 ft313.4 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		80.7 ft313.4 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Ford Explorer vs. Ford Mustang specs.

Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited

Package 301A
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300No
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power liftgate350No
Tailgating position, third row seats50No
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Power-stowing third row seats400No
Total Requested67535%
Total Not Requested125065%

Option Package Details
Ford Mustang V6 Premium

Security Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Alarm100No
Wheel locks25No
Total Requested25067%
Total Not Requested12533%
Comfort Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Compass0No
Total Requested500100%
Total Not Requested00%
Pony Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic headlights125Yes
Fog lights125Yes
Rear spoiler200Yes
Polished alloy wheels350Yes
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)25Yes
Chrome grille (optional)0No
235/50WR18 tires400No
Special exterior trim0No
Total Requested82567%
Total Not Requested40033%
Electronics Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
HD radio50Yes
Media drive, large15No
Total Requested105099%
Total Not Requested151%

Option Package Details
Ford Mustang GT Premium

Security Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Alarm100No
Wheel locks25No
Total Requested25067%
Total Not Requested12533%
Comfort Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Compass0No
Total Requested500100%
Total Not Requested00%
Electronics Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
HD radio50Yes
Media drive, large15No
Total Requested105099%
Total Not Requested151%

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