2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 BMW 118
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 6 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 2009 BMW 118. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 106 kg more than 2009 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 118. 2009 BMW 118 has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 118 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mustang | 2009 BMW 118 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Mustang | 118 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |