2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 10 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 139 more horse power than 2013 BMW X5. (261 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 863 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang.
Because 2013 BMW X5 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, 2013 BMW X5 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, 2013 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Mustang. (530 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Mustang. 2013 BMW X5 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. 2013 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mustang | 2013 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Mustang | X5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |
