2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2000 Hyundai Neos
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Hyundai Neos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Hyundai Neos would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Neos. (247 HP @ 8200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Neos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Neos weights approximately 163 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang.
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, 2003 Ford Mustang (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Neos. (260 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Neos.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mustang | 2000 Hyundai Neos | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Mustang | Neos |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 8200 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1643 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |