2000 Ford Mustang vs. 2002 Honda Mobilio

To start off, 2002 Honda Mobilio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (260 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2002 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 226 kg more than 2002 Honda Mobilio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 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 2000 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Mobilio, 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Mobilio.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Ford Mustang 2002 Honda Mobilio
Make Ford Honda
Model Mustang Mobilio
Year Released 2000 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4603 cc 1496 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 260 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 406 Nm 131 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Vehicle Weight 1480 kg 1254 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 4060 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 59 L 42 L


 

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