2000 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2008 Honda HR-V. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda HR-V weights approximately 109 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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 (414 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mustang | 2008 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Mustang | HR-V |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
