2008 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 Hyundai Trajet

To start off, both 2008 Ford Mustang and 2008 Hyundai Trajet were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Trajet.

Because 2008 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 2008 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Trajet, 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 Ford Mustang (441 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. 2008 Hyundai Trajet 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. 2008 Hyundai Trajet will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Ford Mustang 2008 Hyundai Trajet
Make Ford Hyundai
Model Mustang Trajet
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4605 cc 2565 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 315 HP 171 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 441 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 225 km/hour 188 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1850 mm


 

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