2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram 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 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Ram. (212 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Ram.
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 (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Ram. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mustang | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Ford | Dodge |
Model | Mustang | Ram |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |