2001 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Atos is newer by 4 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 202 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 692 kg more than 2001 Ford Mustang.
Because 2001 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 2001 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Atos, 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, 2001 Ford Mustang (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Mustang | 2005 Hyundai Atos | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Mustang | Atos |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5450 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 35 L |