2003 Ford Econoline vs. 2005 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Econoline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Econoline would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Econoline weights approximately 828 kg more than 2005 Ford Mustang.
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 Ford Econoline (338 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mustang. (326 Nm). This means 2003 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Econoline | 2005 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Econoline | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2620 mm |
