2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Ford F-250
To start off, 2010 Ford F-250 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2010 Ford F-250. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1325 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 (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford F-250. (494 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford F-250.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mustang | 2010 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Mustang | F-250 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 6253 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3967 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 115 L |