2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,959 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo (500 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2003 Ford Mustang. (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 62 kg more than 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo 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, 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo 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) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo. (500 Nm). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mustang | 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Mustang | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
