2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry 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 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (190 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Ford Mustang. (188 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 225 kg more than 2006 Toyota Camry.
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 Toyota Camry, 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 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (267 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mustang | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mustang | Camry |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3801 cc | 2999 cc |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 267 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |