2000 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 Honda Element
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 8 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 99 more horse power than 2008 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Element.
Because 2008 Honda Element 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, 2008 Honda Element 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Element. (218 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Element. 2008 Honda Element 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. 2008 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mustang | 2008 Honda Element | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Mustang | Element |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
