2003 Ford Expedition vs. 2000 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2003 Ford Expedition is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2003 Ford Expedition. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 862 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang.
Because 2003 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (522 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Expedition. (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Expedition. 2003 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Expedition | 2000 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Expedition | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 1628 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2580 mm |
