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Ford Taurus vs. Ford Mustang Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Ford Taurus vs. Ford Mustang Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $31,180

Ford Mustang V6 Premium   
Difference: $2,705

Lowest Total Invoice: $28,740

Ford Mustang V6 Premium   
Difference: $2,217

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200920122012
ModelTaurusMustangMustang
TrimLimitedV6 PremiumGT Premium
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Base Price $30,670 $26,310 $33,710
Base Invoice $28,053 $24,399 $31,059
Navigation system 1,995    
Remote start 395 345 345
Security Package   695 695
Comfort Package   595 595
Electronics Package   2,340 2,340
Temporary spare tire   100  
Rear spoiler     0
Polished alloy wheels     495
Navigation system 1,736    
Remote start 343 300 300
Security Package   605 605
Comfort Package   518 518
Electronics Package   2,036 2,036
Temporary spare tire   87  
Rear spoiler     0
Polished alloy wheels     431
Options (change) 2,390 4,075 4,470
Options (change) 2,079 3,546 3,890
Destination 825 795 795
Total Price $33,885 $31,180 $38,975
Total Invoice $30,957 $28,740 $35,744

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Ford Mustang

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Mustang V6 Premium
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $460
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $166
Model Year200920122012
ModelTaurusMustangMustang
TrimLimitedV6 PremiumGT Premium
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Engine263hp V6305hp V6412hp V8
TransmissionA6M6M6
DrivetrainFWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 7500, 8500, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/55-18215/60-17235/50-18
Total Price$33,885$31,180$38,975
Adjustments for Features-2,2450-475
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$31,640$31,180$38,500
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$7,320
Total Invoice$30,957$28,740$35,744
Adjustments for Features-2,0510-436
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$28,906$28,740$35,308
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$6,568

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Features Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Ford Mustang

Model Year200920122012
ModelTaurusMustangMustang
TrimLimitedV6 PremiumGT Premium
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed automatic$1000  
6-speed manual $150$150
FWD$0  
RWD $0$0
Accessories 
Keyless entry keypad$50  
Power rear side windows$200  
Power-adjustable pedals$125  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist$50  
Rollover sensor$50  
Safety key $5$5
Side curtain airbags$350  
Cargo Management 
Cargo net$40  
Overhead sunglass holder$25  
Climate Control 
Interior air filter$0  
Rear air vents$100  
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential $300$300
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 $25
Rear spoiler  $200
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming $25$25
CD changer, in-dash$325  
CD player $125$125
DVD-compatible player $0$0
HD radio $50$50
Media drive $15$15
Navigation, turn-by-turn $25$25
Traffic + travel information $25$25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25  
Automatic headlights$125 $125
Fog lights$125 $125
Heated mirrors$25  
Interior ambient lighting $150$150
Outside temperature display$50  
Spotter mirror(s) $50$50
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim $100$100
Center armrest(s), second row$50  
Door sill trim plates $100$100
Folding passenger seat$150  
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50  
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$50  
Memory system, driver seat$200  
Metal pedals $75$75
No leather in second row $-300$-300
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100$100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100$100
Power recliner, driver seat$100  
Power recliner, passenger seat$100  
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100$100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350 
Chrome-clad alloy wheels$600  
Electronic systems calibration selector $200$200
Polished alloy wheels  $350
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0
Total Value of Features$3,990$1,745$2,220
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,245$0$475
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,0510-436

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Specifications Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Ford Mustang

Model Year20092012
ModelTaurusMustang
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe
Wheelbase112.9 in107.1 in
Length200.4 in188.1 in
Width74.5 in73.9 in
Height61.5 in55.6 in
Curb Weight3,644 lb.3,448 lb.
Fuel Capacity20.0 gal.16.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in38.5 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.8 in55.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.7 in53.4 in
Row 1 Legroom41.3 in42.4 in
Row 2 Headroom38.7 in34.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room57.5 in51.6 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.7 in46.8 in
Row 2 Legroom41.3 in29.8 in
Cargo Volume21.2 ft313.4 ft3

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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 seat100No
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100No
Compass0Yes
Total Requested30060%
Total Not Requested20040%
Electronics Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
HD radio50No
Media drive, large15No
Total Requested100094%
Total Not Requested656%

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 seat100No
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100No
Compass0Yes
Total Requested30060%
Total Not Requested20040%
Electronics Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
HD radio50No
Media drive, large15No
Total Requested100094%
Total Not Requested656%

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