2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2002 Porsche 996
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2002 Porsche 996. (317 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2002 Porsche 996. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche 996 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang.
Because 2002 Porsche 996 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, 2002 Porsche 996 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 (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche 996. (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mustang | 2002 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Mustang | 996 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |
