2005 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-V is newer by 6 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, 2005 Ford Mustang (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2011 Honda CR-V. (180 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda CR-V weights approximately 59 kg more than 2005 Ford Mustang.
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, 2011 Honda CR-V, 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, 2005 Ford Mustang (326 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mustang | 2011 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mustang | CR-V |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 218 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1556 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4554 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1679 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 58 L |