2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2000 Mazda 626
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 276 kg more than 2000 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda 626 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda 626 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda 626. (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 2000 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Mustang | 626 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 74 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 58 L |
