2008 Ford Mustang vs. 2000 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Step Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Step Wagon would be higher. At 4,006 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2000 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 375 kg more than 2008 Ford Mustang.
Because 2000 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Step Wagon 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, 2008 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Step Wagon. 2000 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mustang | 2000 Honda Step Wagon | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Mustang | Step Wagon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4006 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
