2003 Cadillac V Sixteen vs. 2006 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen would be higher. At 13,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,001 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 701 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mustang. (300 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 586 kg more than 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen.
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, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,356 Nm) has 922 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mustang. (434 Nm). This means 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Cadillac V Sixteen | 2006 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | V Sixteen | Mustang |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 13600 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 1001 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 1356 Nm | 434 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2730 mm |