2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (156 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 26 kg more than 2006 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V 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, 2006 Honda CR-V 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 (529 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda CR-V. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mustang | 2006 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mustang | CR-V |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |