2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2009 Seat Exeo 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 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 2009 Seat Exeo. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2009 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 80 kg more than 2009 Seat Exeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Seat Exeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Seat Exeo. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Seat Exeo.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mustang | 2009 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Mustang | Exeo |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1968 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 | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2642 mm |