2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Lotec C 1000

To start off, 2005 Lotec C 1000 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 538 more horse power than 2003 Ford Mustang. (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 496 kg more than 2005 Lotec C 1000.

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, 2005 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 556 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Mustang. (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Mustang. 2003 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 2005 Lotec C 1000 has manual transmission. 2005 Lotec C 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Ford Mustang 2005 Lotec C 1000
Make Ford Lotec
Model Mustang C 1000
Year Released 2003 2005
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 4601 cc 5500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 305 HP 843 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 434 Nm 990 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 3900 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1576 kg 1080 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1150 mm


 

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