2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 4 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 153 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (247 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 182 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat 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 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mustang | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mustang | Passat |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
