2000 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Hyundai Grandeur
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Grandeur is newer by 7 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Grandeur. (232 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Grandeur. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Grandeur weights approximately 441 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang.
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, 2007 Hyundai Grandeur, 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 (408 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Grandeur. (304 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Grandeur. 2007 Hyundai Grandeur has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Grandeur will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mustang | 2007 Hyundai Grandeur | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Mustang | Grandeur |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1739 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2790 mm |
