2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Rexton 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 239 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Rexton. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 480 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang.
Because 2011 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Rexton 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 (530 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Rexton. (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mustang | 2011 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Mustang | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
