2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Ford E-350
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 is newer by 3 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1008 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang.
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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford E-350. (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mustang | 2006 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Mustang | E-350 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 132 L |