2008 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Hyundai Accent

To start off, 2011 Hyundai Accent is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Accent. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1724 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2011 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, 2008 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Accent.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Ford Mustang 2011 Hyundai Accent
Make Ford Hyundai
Model Mustang Accent
Year Released 2008 2011
Body Type Convertible Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4000 cc 1600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 210 HP 110 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 325 Nm 144 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 2856 kg 1132 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4046 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1694 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1471 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2499 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.1 L/100km 6.9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 45 L


 

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