2011 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 7 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 106 more horse power than 2011 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 149 kg more than 2011 Honda Accord. 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, 2011 Honda Accord, 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 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Honda Accord | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Accord | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4851 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1433 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
