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Compare Ford Focus RS vs Ford Mustang GT Coupe

Ford Focus RS
2018 Ford Focus RS
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$41,120
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.0
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Ford Mustang GT Coupe
2024 Ford Mustang GT Coupe
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$41,495
Starting Price (MSRP)
7.4
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Overview

Engine
2.3L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Engine
5.0L V8 Gas
Transmission
6-Speed Manual
Transmission
6-Speed Manual
10-Speed Automatic (+$1,595)
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 19 MPG
Hwy: 26 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 15 MPG
Hwy: 24 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
13.9 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
16 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
4 seater
Trunk Volume
N/A
Trunk Volume
13.3 ft³
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down
44.8 ft³
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down
N/A

Photos

Ford Focus RS
2016-2018 Ford Focus RS Rear Angle in Motion
2016-2018 Ford Focus RS Dashboard
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Ford Mustang GT Coupe
2024 Ford Mustang GT Coupe Rear Angle View
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
2.3L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
5.0L V8 Gas
Horsepower
350 hp @ 6000 rpm
480 hp @ 7150 rpm
Torque
350 lb-ft @ 3200 rpm
415 lb-ft @ 4900 rpm
Transmission
6-Speed Manual
6-Speed Manual
10-Speed Automatic (+$1,595)
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Rear-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
3,434 lbs
3,741 lbs
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Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
22 MPG
18 MPG
City
19 MPG
15 MPG
Highway
26 MPG
24 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
8.0 Tons/yr
9.8 (2023) Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
13.9 gallons
16 gallons
Cruising Range City
264.1 miles
240 miles
Cruising Range Highway
361.4 miles
384 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
172.8 in
189.4 in
Height
58 in
55 in
Max Width
71.7 in
75.4 in
Front Width
61.6 in
62 in
Rear Width
60.6 in
64.7 in
Wheelbase
104.2 in
107 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
4 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
41.9 in
44.5 in
Front Seat Headroom
39.1 in
37.6 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
55.6 in
56.3 in
Front Seat Hip Room
53.9 in
54.9 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
33.4 in
29 in
Rear Seat Headroom
37.9 in
34.8 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
52.6 in
52.2 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
52.8 in
47.4 in

Cargo Space

Trunk Volume
N/A
13.3 ft³
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Up
23.8 ft³
N/A
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down
44.8 ft³
N/A

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
37.4 ft
37.8 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
19" x 8"
18" x 8.5"
Rear Wheel Size
19" x 8"
18" x 8.5"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Strut
Strut
Rear Suspension
Short And Long Arm
Multi-Link

Tires

Front Tire
P235/35YR19
P255/45VR18
Rear Tire
P235/35YR19
P255/45VR18
Spare Tire
N/A
Compact

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

Race Red
  • Atlas Blue Metallic
  • Carbonized Gray Metallic
  • Dark Matter Gray Metallic
  • Grabber Blue Metallic
  • Iconic Silver Metallic
  • Oxford White
  • Race Red
  • Shadow Black
  • Vapor Blue Metallic

Optional Exterior Colors

Nitrous Blue Quad-Coat
  • Rapid Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat
  • Yellow Splash Metallic Tri-coat

Features and Options

Infotainment

HD Radio
Standard
Not Available
Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Premium Sound System
Standard
Not Available
Satellite Radio
Standard
Not Available
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Standard
WiFi Hotspot
Not Available
Standard
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Cloth Seats
Not Available
Standard
Leather Seats
Standard
Not Available
Leather Steering Wheel
Standard
Standard
Premium Synthetic Seats
Standard
Not Available
Sun/Moonroof
Optional
Not Available

Comfort

Navigation System
Standard
Not Available
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Climate Control
Standard
Standard
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Heated Front Seat(s)
Standard
Not Available
Heated Steering Wheel
Standard
Not Available
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Multi-Zone A/C
Standard
Not Available
Power Driver Seat
Standard
Not Available
Remote Engine Start
Not Available
Optional
Keyless Start
Standard
Standard
Telematics
Standard
Standard

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Standard
Rear Parking Aid
Not Available
Standard
Blind Spot Monitor
Not Available
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist
Not Available
Standard
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard

US NHTSA Crash Test Result

Overall Rating
N/A
Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
N/A
Side Crash Rating
N/A
Rollover Rating
N/A

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Knee Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Corrosion
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
Drivetrain
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
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