2000 Ford Mustang vs. 2003 Porsche 996
To start off, 2003 Porsche 996 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2000 Ford Mustang. (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche 996 weights approximately 277 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (414 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Porsche 996. (370 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Mustang | 2003 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Mustang | 996 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 370 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |