2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (188 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (93 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 160 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mustang | 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Mustang | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3801 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 30 L |
