2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 7 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 (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2010 BMW X5. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 684 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang.
Because 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 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 (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW X5. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mustang | 2010 BMW X5 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Mustang | X5 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 2260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2934 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 85 L |