2010 Hyundai Accent vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Accent is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Accent. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 575 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Accent. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Hyundai Accent | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Hyundai | Ford |
Model | Accent | Mustang |
Year Released | 2010 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1600 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1087 kg | 1662 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4369 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1699 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 59 L |