2009 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Honda Life
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Life 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 163 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mustang weights approximately 381 kg more than 2005 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Life 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, 2009 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Mustang | 2005 Honda Life | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mustang | Life |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4009 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2370 mm |