2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2003 Lexus GX
To start off, both 2003 Ford Mustang and 2003 Lexus GX were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2003 Lexus GX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2003 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus GX weights approximately 632 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang.
Because 2003 Lexus GX 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 Lexus GX 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lexus GX. (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lexus GX.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mustang | 2003 Lexus GX | |
Make | Ford | Lexus |
Model | Mustang | GX |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 2124 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2800 mm |