2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mariner 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 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP) has 200 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 91 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang.
Because 2005 Mercury Mariner 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, 2005 Mercury Mariner 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 (556 Nm) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (263 Nm). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mustang | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Mustang | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1571 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |
