2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Vectra 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (390 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 377 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mustang | 2005 Vauxhall Vectra | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Mustang | Vectra |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |