2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Tundra. (242 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 458 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang.
Because 2000 Toyota Tundra 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, 2000 Toyota Tundra 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Tundra. (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mustang | 2000 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mustang | Tundra |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3270 mm |