1999 Ford Mustang vs. 2003 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2003 Toyota Soarer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Ford Mustang. (256 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 248 kg more than 1999 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Soarer, 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, 2003 Toyota Soarer (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Mustang. (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Mustang. 2003 Toyota Soarer has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1999 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Ford Mustang | 2003 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mustang | Soarer |
Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |