2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 7 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 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2011 Honda Accord. (177 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1 kg more than 2011 Honda Accord. 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, 2011 Honda Accord, 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 (298 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Accord. (218 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mustang | 2011 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mustang | Accord |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3801 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 218 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1491 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |