2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Lexus LS
To start off, 2011 Lexus LS 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2003 Ford Mustang. (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus LS weights approximately 951 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 2011 Lexus LS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LS will offer significantly more control. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus LS. (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mustang | 2011 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Mustang | LS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3091 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 84 L |
