2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Ford E-150
To start off, 2010 Ford E-150 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 4,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford E-150 (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2003 Ford Mustang. (188 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford E-150 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang. 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, 2010 Ford E-150, 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, 2010 Ford E-150 (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Mustang. 2010 Ford E-150 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 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Ford Mustang | 2010 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Mustang | E-150 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3801 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4717 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2824 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |