2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando 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 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. (139 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 48 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Orlando 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 Chevrolet Orlando 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 (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mustang | 2010 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Mustang | Orlando |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
