2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2003 GMC Yukon
To start off, both 2003 Ford Mustang and 2003 GMC Yukon were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 8,131 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2003 GMC Yukon. (335 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2003 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1010 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang.
Because 2003 GMC Yukon 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, 2003 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon (618 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Mustang. (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Mustang. 2003 GMC Yukon 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. 2003 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Ford Mustang | 2003 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Mustang | Yukon |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 8131 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 618 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2950 mm |