2002 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda HR-V is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mustang (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 2009 Honda HR-V. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Mustang weights approximately 343 kg more than 2009 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda HR-V 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, 2002 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Mustang | 2009 Honda HR-V | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mustang | HR-V |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1317 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |