2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2003 Pontiac G6
To start off, both 2003 Ford Mustang and 2003 Pontiac G6 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 114 more horse power than 2003 Pontiac G6. (286 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2003 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac G6 weights approximately 9 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang.
Because 2003 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac G6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Pontiac G6. (369 Nm). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Pontiac G6. 2003 Pontiac G6 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 Pontiac G6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mustang | 2003 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Mustang | G6 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 369 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2950 mm |
