2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2002 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Outback 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 246 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Outback weights approximately 23 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang.
Because 2002 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback 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 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Outback. (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Outback.
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2003 Ford Mustang | 2002 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Mustang | Outback |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |