2000 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Azera 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Azera (234 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2000 Ford Mustang. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 332 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Azera.
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, 2008 Hyundai Azera, 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, 2008 Hyundai Azera (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Mustang. 2008 Hyundai Azera 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 Hyundai Azera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mustang | 2008 Hyundai Azera | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Mustang | Azera |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |
