2001 Mazda Demio vs. 2000 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2001 Mazda Demio is newer by 1 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (260 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 520 kg more than 2001 Mazda Demio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Demio, 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Demio. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Demio. 2000 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 2001 Mazda Demio has manual transmission. 2001 Mazda Demio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Mazda Demio | 2000 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Mazda | Ford |
Model | Demio | Mustang |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 4603 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2580 mm |