2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2011 GMC Sierra is newer by 8 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2011 GMC Sierra. (315 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Sierra weights approximately 833 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 (529 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Sierra. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mustang | 2011 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Mustang | Sierra |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 2311 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2032 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3645 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |