2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2004 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, both 2004 Ford Mustang and 2004 Hyundai Trajet were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 125 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Trajet. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 190 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Because 2004 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Trajet, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Trajet. (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Trajet. 2004 Hyundai Trajet has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Hyundai Trajet will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 2004 Hyundai Trajet | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Mustang | Trajet |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |
