2003 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2011 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2011 Ford Mustang is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 8,128 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mustang (412 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. (340 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 913 kg more than 2011 Ford Mustang.
Because 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2011 Ford Mustang (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2011 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Chevrolet Silverado | 2011 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Silverado | Mustang |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8128 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 412 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 528 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2600 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2720 mm |