2000 Ford Mustang vs. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera 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 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2000 Ford Mustang. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 522 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.
Because 2003 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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 (447 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Frontera. (290 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Frontera. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mustang | 2003 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Mustang | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
