2001 Ford Mustang vs. 2004 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (260 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Terracan. (165 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 954 kg more than 2001 Ford Mustang.
Because 2004 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2001 Ford Mustang (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Terracan. (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mustang | 2004 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Mustang | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 2162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |
