2000 Ford Mustang vs. 1999 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1999 Honda HR-V. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 118 kg more than 1999 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda HR-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, 2000 Ford Mustang (408 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mustang | 1999 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Mustang | HR-V |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |
