2005 Ford Mustang vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord 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 15 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (187 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 93 kg more than 2005 Ford Mustang.
Because 2002 Honda Accord 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, 2002 Honda Accord 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (218 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mustang | 2002 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Mustang | Accord |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
