2003 Ford Mustang vs. 1998 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1998 Holden Statesman. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1998 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Holden Statesman weights approximately 42 kg more than 2003 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 Mustang (529 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Holden Statesman. (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mustang | 1998 Holden Statesman | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Mustang | Statesman |
Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |