2006 Ford Mustang vs. 2003 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mustang (130 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (102 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 456 kg more than 2003 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Accent, 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, 2006 Ford Mustang (461 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Mustang | 2003 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Mustang | Accent |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |