2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 9 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2003 Ford Mustang. (188 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1380 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.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Mustang. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mustang | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Mustang | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3801 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 516 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 129 L |
