2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2002 Honda Z
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 Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Z would be higher. At 3,931 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2002 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 427 kg more than 2002 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Z 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, 2002 Honda Z 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 (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 2002 Honda Z | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Mustang | Z |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3931 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1387 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 35 L |
