2005 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (268 HP) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mustang. (202 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mustang weights approximately 217 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
Because 2005 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 2005 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Honda Accord (337 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mustang. (326 Nm). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mustang | 2008 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mustang | Accord |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 268 HP |
Torque | 326 Nm | 337 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |