Big_Mike_4488

Ok, I've searched for this post, and never found it, so I'm pretty sure its not a repost. I was wondering what you guys think when comparing these two performance cars. IMO, the Mustang looks a lot better, and I know the EVO will outhandle the stang easily. Other than that, what do you guys think and which would you prefer between these two?

bascho

They are completely different animals. I am not sure that they even appeal to the same person. Obviously any gear head is going to like both for their strengths as a performance automobiles....but the people shopping for either one probably don't have the other on their list.

Personal opinion, need to have both. Obviously the Mustang is not a winter car, and the EVO is with the proper tires. Both are reasonably cheap to mod and get huge amounts of power. Both can be modded for the track and do quite well. The EVO can transport 4 adults more comfortibly (space not ride quality) and the Mustang has the 'cool' factor.

If I had to have one....I would choose the Mustang. I'm an American.....at the heart of every American is a red-blooded V8. I don't care who you are....you cannot say that an EVO sounds better than a Mustang V8.........if we are sitting in a Mustang together and I rev that 4.6L 3V (with a Flowmaster exhaust).....you are going to smile. It is a fact of life.

Roaddemon

The Mustang, great performance,looks,and it has a V8. It rules and is an american icon. Everyone loves a Mustang. It has *****. Lower sticker price too.

Japan8

Ditto. Pickup the suspension package, a cat-back (both available from Ford Motorsports), and the Saleen S/C. The keeps the full factory warranty and now has 400hp and handles much better.

If you want an EVO, wait until the EvoX comes out.

Dogpound48

Plus IMO the Stang has the better Int and more comfy everyday ride

playdoh43

EVO because its a much better performer and more fun to drive, if I want a comfortable daily driver I wouldnt buy neither of them.

IZoomZoomI

EVO all the way. Way better handling and you can extract some major hp out of that thing. O it's a 4 wheel drive can't beat that.

lesper4

iTrader: (3)

I second the EVO 10 have you seen the pics WOW. As for the mustand I am typically a japanese car person but put the saleen kit on it and it just looks outright sick. There are so totally different beasts/personalities...depends on your needs and intentions

Rotary Rasp

iTrader: (2)

Many people like rwd over awd.

Almost all the super cars are rwd.

TxRx8

Evo X... if it looks like this.

bascho

That is a sweet car.....no doubt. But I would still take a Mustang GT, add a S/C and suspension kit and still be cheaper than the EVO X. Plus, I kinda doubt the next gen EVO will look like that exactly. Sweet car none the less.

mjcampb

Dude, it's got three intakes on the hood, that's like...like...I don't even know what that's like.
Seriously, I'd take the EVO, just because where I live, seems every other car is a Mustang. I do agree with bascho about the sound of a V8 though.

bascho

I have to admitt.....the more I stare at the photo, the more I like the car. But that is the problem, everyone falls in love with this sweet looking concept.....and then the production version comes out and everyone is like 'FU Mitsu'

rkostolni

Have you seen the pic that was posted on here a little while ago of the '05 Mustang w/ the Roush body kit. That is definitely better looking than the evo.

RENESIS_NEENJA

I love the sound of the V8..we agree on that, I'd grab the mustang is a second if I could get the Saleen package with the S/C (saw one a few months back..OMG!! pure sexiness).. but unless that was the case I'd pass.. mustangs are just too common around here.. and the interior is terrible! hate the retro thing.. and I love the performance aspect of the EVO but the interior again is terrible.. if the EVO IX has a decent interior and looks anything like the pic posted.. that would be the way to go!

bascho

My office is two buildings over from the Roush building. I get to stare at a parking lot full of Roush Mustangs & F150's every day Very sweet car.....but too expensive for what you get. You have to get the Stage II or III kit before you see real power.

The Saleen Extreme is the F*'n sick and my favorite....but then again, for $60K, it better be.

snizzle

Yeah the Extreme is just awesome but you're approaching new Z06 pricing for that kinda money.... and it's still a Mustang. I can't see spending 60K on a Mustang, no matter how fast.

Oh but back to the thread topic.... I'd go with the Mustang even though it's already common because of the V8 TQ and sound. Not to mention the fact that the EVO is just plain ugly while the new Mustang looks great.

bascho

Have you seen pics of that all-glass roof they are going to start offering on the Saleen? It looks badass!! But I agree, I would rather have a ZO6 for the money.
That ZO6 is a beast!!

snizzle

and N/A

khtm

If I had a mullet and my sister was my girlfriend, then the Mustang. Otherwise, the EVO.

snizzle

Have you seen how many Mustangs are out on the road? There can't be that many mullets in the world, hahaha

Trenta

They really can't be compared. I mean, honestly, when was the last time you pictured a Mustang when these words come to mind:" AWD, Rally, Sedan, 4.7 0-60 etc.

The most you can say is that Evo has speed and handling, while mustang has ride and comfort.

dmp

is your sister hot?

Japan8

I see a freaking Evo AT LEAST once a day everyday. I've seen 1 new Mustang GT. So does that mean I should take a Mustang GT?

Buying a car based on how many or how few you see on the road is just stupid.

Japan8

Rousch is a freaking rip off. And I HOPE you go next door and tell them that. Only posers would waste their money on it. As you said... you have to get the really expensive stage II (WEAK!!!) or stage III kit (finally some power) to actually get a performance increase. The standard stage I you'll find at Ford dealers is only looks... a bodykit, rims, interior and maybe suspension. no go.

Saleen... that's just expensive. Well done and fast, but talk about sticker shock. Best deal... get a GT and Ford motorsports suspension kit and short shifter. If you have a bigger budget or want to seriously track the car... get coilovers (Saleen kit, Steeda kit, Rousch kit). Get your choice of full exhaust system. Pickup the Saleen S/C to keep factory warranty... or if you don't care... get the Kenne Bell kit with intercooler. Add rims and sticky tires... that baby will seriously kick ***. If looks bother you that much... pickup one of the MANY bodykits on the market... all are urethane... no fiberglass in the Mustang market. All the mods minus bodykit will only run you about $7k-10k good for 400-520hp.