2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (390 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (204 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 53 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang.
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, 2006 Ford Freestyle, 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 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mustang | 2006 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mustang | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 72 L |
