2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2004 Honda FR-V

To start off, both 2004 Ford Mustang and 2004 Honda FR-V were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2004 Honda FR-V. (153 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 48 kg more than 2004 Honda FR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda FR-V, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Mustang (411 Nm) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda FR-V. (192 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda FR-V.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Ford Mustang 2004 Honda FR-V
Make Ford Honda
Model Mustang FR-V
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4605 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 260 HP 153 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 411 Nm 192 Nm
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 86 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1518 kg 1470 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1620 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 59 L 58 L