2001 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Equus is newer by 12 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Equus (423 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mustang. (260 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 791 kg more than 2001 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Hyundai Equus (510 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mustang. (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Mustang | 2013 Hyundai Equus | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Mustang | Equus |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 423 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 2089 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5158 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1889 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3045 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 77 L |