2003 BMW X5 vs. 2010 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2010 Ford Mustang is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Ford Mustang. (210 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 567 kg more than 2010 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 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, 2003 BMW X5 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Mustang. (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Mustang.
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2003 BMW X5 | 2010 Ford Mustang | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | X5 | Mustang |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1603 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 61 L |