1996 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 11 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, 2007 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mustang weights approximately 315 kg more than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Mustang | 2007 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mustang | CR-V |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
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 | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |