1996 Ford Mustang vs. 2004 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Trajet. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 422 kg more than 1996 Ford Mustang.
Because 1996 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 1996 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Trajet, 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, 1996 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Trajet. (191 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Trajet.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Mustang | 2004 Hyundai Trajet | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Mustang | Trajet |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1812 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2840 mm |