2009 Ford Mustang vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 159 kg more than 2009 Ford Mustang.
Because 2009 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 2009 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic, 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, 2009 Ford Mustang (326 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Mustang | 2000 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mustang | Civic |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4009 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |