2001 Ford Mustang vs. 2003 Lexus IS
To start off, 2003 Lexus IS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (187 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2003 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2003 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mustang weights approximately 12 kg more than 2003 Lexus IS. 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, 2001 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lexus IS. (196 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Mustang | 2003 Lexus IS | |
Make | Ford | Lexus |
Model | Mustang | IS |
Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3801 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |