2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2002 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,698 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Tundra. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 557 kg more than 2002 Toyota Tundra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (556 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Tundra. (427 Nm). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Tundra. 2002 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mustang | 2002 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mustang | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 4698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
