2001 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 6 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 93 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (167 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 120 kg more than 2001 Ford Mustang.
Because 2007 Honda Accord 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, 2007 Honda Accord 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 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Mustang | 2007 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mustang | Accord |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1418 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 65 L |