2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Mustang 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 294 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 171 kg more than 2005 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mustang | 2005 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Mustang | HR-V |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1309 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
