2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2002 Honda Vamos

To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Vamos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Vamos would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (390 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 756 kg more than 2002 Honda Vamos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2004 Ford Mustang (529 Nm) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Vamos. (149 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Vamos.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Ford Mustang 2002 Honda Vamos
Make Ford Honda
Model Mustang Vamos
Year Released 2004 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4589 cc 656 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 390 HP 46 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 529 Nm 149 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1716 kg 960 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 3410 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1490 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 59 L 73 L


 

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