2009 Hyundai Accent vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Accent.
Because 2013 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 2013 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (380 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Accent | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Hyundai | Ford |
| Model | Accent | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |
