2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2003 Seat Ibiza

To start off, both 2003 Ford Mustang and 2003 Seat Ibiza were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 2003 Seat Ibiza. (63 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 465 kg more than 2003 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 Seat Ibiza, 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 (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Ibiza. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Ibiza.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Ford Mustang 2003 Seat Ibiza
Make Ford Seat
Model Mustang Ibiza
Year Released 2003 2003
Body Type Convertible Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4599 cc 1198 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 400 HP 63 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 556 Nm 112 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90.2 mm 76.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 86.9 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.5:1 19.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1480 kg 1015 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 3960 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 45 L