2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Altima 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 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 225 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 94 kg more than 2011 Nissan Altima. 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, 2011 Nissan Altima, 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 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mustang | 2011 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Mustang | Altima |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2675 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |