2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Marcos TSO
To start off, 2005 Marcos TSO 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TSO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 400 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 310 kg more than 2005 Marcos TSO.
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 (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Marcos TSO. (534 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Marcos TSO.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mustang | 2005 Marcos TSO | |
| Make | Ford | Marcos |
| Model | Mustang | TSO |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 400 HP |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2290 mm |
