2005 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 8 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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2013 Honda Accord. (182 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 93 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, 2013 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, 2005 Ford Mustang (335 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Accord. (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mustang | 2013 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mustang | Accord |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4009 cc | 2356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1387 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4805 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1436 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2725 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |