2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Azera is newer by 3 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 3,931 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Azera (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Azera weights approximately 261 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Hyundai Azera, 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 (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Azera. (303 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Azera. 2007 Hyundai Azera 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. 2007 Hyundai Azera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Ford Mustang | 2007 Hyundai Azera | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Mustang | Azera |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3931 cc | 3340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 303 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 83.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1387 kg | 1648 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |