2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Lexus IS
To start off, 2005 Lexus IS is newer by 2 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2005 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 23 kg more than 2005 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (529 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mustang | 2005 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Mustang | IS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
