2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger 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 150 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Charger. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Charger weights approximately 244 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang.
Because 2010 Dodge Charger 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 Dodge Charger 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 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Charger. (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 Charger. 2010 Dodge Charger 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 Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mustang | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Mustang | Charger |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 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 | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5083 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3048 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
