2003 Ford Mustang vs. 1996 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1996 Land Rover Range Rover. (188 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1996 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 598 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang.
Because 1996 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Ford Mustang (530 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Land Rover Range Rover. (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Land Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mustang | 1996 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Mustang | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2750 mm |
