2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2009 Ford Kuga 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 266 more horse power than 2009 Ford Kuga. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Kuga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Kuga weights approximately 48 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang.
Because 2009 Ford Kuga 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, 2009 Ford Kuga 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Kuga. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Kuga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mustang | 2009 Ford Kuga | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mustang | Kuga |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |
