2005 Ford Mustang vs. 1996 Honda Today
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Today would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mustang weights approximately 787 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today 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, 2005 Ford Mustang (326 Nm) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mustang | 1996 Honda Today | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mustang | Today |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 57 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1400 mm |