2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Hummer H2
To start off, 2009 Hummer H2 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 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Hummer H2. (393 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2009 Hummer H2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1425 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang.
Because 2009 Hummer H2 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 Hummer H2 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, 2009 Hummer H2 (564 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Mustang. (529 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mustang | 2009 Hummer H2 | |
| Make | Ford | Hummer |
| Model | Mustang | H2 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 6199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 393 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 564 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| 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 | 2903 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 121 L |
