2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Tucson 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 224 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Tucson. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 50 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Tucson. 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 Hyundai Tucson, 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (530 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Tucson. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mustang | 2010 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Mustang | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1656 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
