2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Honda Life
To start off, 2005 Honda Life is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 775 kg more than 2005 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Life 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, 2005 Honda Life 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 (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life. 2005 Honda Life 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. 2005 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mustang | 2005 Honda Life | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mustang | Life |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |