2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2010 Toyota Corolla 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 (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Corolla. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 173 kg more than 2010 Toyota Corolla. 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 Toyota Corolla, 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 (529 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Corolla. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Corolla. 2003 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 2010 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2010 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Ford Mustang | 2010 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mustang | Corolla |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 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 | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4539 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |