2000 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 9 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, 2009 Hyundai Genesis (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Ford Mustang. (260 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Mustang.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Genesis. (358 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Genesis. 2009 Hyundai Genesis 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. 2009 Hyundai Genesis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Ford Mustang | 2009 Hyundai Genesis | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Mustang | Genesis |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4603 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 358 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 73 L |