2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Challenger 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 (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Challenger. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 195 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Challenger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Challenger. 2010 Dodge Challenger has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Challenger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mustang | 2010 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Mustang | Challenger |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5022 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
