2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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 (400 HP) has 239 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 137 kg more than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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 Toyota Fortuner 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 (530 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. (343 Nm). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Fortuner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mustang | 2006 Toyota Fortuner | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mustang | Fortuner |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 103 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
