2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 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 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 236 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford F-250. (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford F-250.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mustang | 2006 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Mustang | F-250 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 4200 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 144 L |