2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Subaru Justy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Justy 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 301 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Justy. (99 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 470 kg more than 2006 Subaru Justy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Justy 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 Subaru Justy 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 (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Justy. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mustang | 2006 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Mustang | Justy |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 41 L |
