Muscle cars not only offer outstanding performance, but they also feature eye-catching style and advanced technology elements to improve any on-road experience. However, each model has its own unique features and capabilities that set it apart from other cars in the segment.
Take, for example, the Ford Mustang and Subaru WRX. They are very different from one another while also sharing a number of similarities. Muscle car shoppers can learn how the 2017 Ford Mustang and 2017 Subaru WRX stack up against one another before making a final decision between the two.
2017 Ford Mustang | vs | 2017 Subaru WRX |
$26,398 | Starting MSRP | $29,995 |
3.7L V6, 300 horsepower | Base Engine | 2.0L 4-cylinder, 268 horsepower |
Rear-wheel | Drive Type | All-wheel |
HID headlights with LED Signature | Headlights | Multi-reflector halogen headlights |
In terms of performance, the Ford Mustang is able to deliver more horsepower than the Subaru WRX, thanks to its larger, more powerful base engine. The Mustang is also equipped with rear-wheel drive for dynamic, race-like drivability. The WRX, on the other hand, comes with all-wheel drive. Equipped with standard HID headlights with LED signature lighting, the 2017 Mustang casts a bright light on the road ahead. Both models come with Daytime Running Lights as well as a number of similar interior features, such as Bluetooth® connectivity. The 2-door Mustang is built to transport four riders, while the WRX has room for five. In the end, the 2017 Ford Mustang is available for a more affordable starting price than the 2017 Subaru WRX.
The Ford Mustang is available as a Fastback or Convertible and comes in a number of different trim levels, so shoppers can find the Mustang model that is best suited for them. In addition to the standard 3.7-litre V6 engine, drivers can opt for available 2.3-litre EcoBoost or 5.0-litre V8 engines. A 5.2-litre V8 engine with Flat Plane Crank comes with the Shelby Mustang models. No matter which Mustang trim you choose, you can expect an iconic, head-turning exterior that alludes to its impressive performance capabilities. Available interior features include heated and cooled seats, Track Apps™, Intelligent Access with push-button start, blind spot information system with cross-traffic alert, adaptive cruise control, rain-sensing wipers, SYNC 3, navigation, and much more.
Drivers who would like to experience the 2017 Ford Mustang near Edmonton, AB can schedule a test drive with our team at Sherwood Ford.