2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2013 Ford Fusion 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 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fusion (234 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2003 Ford Mustang. (188 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Fusion weights approximately 150 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.
Because 2013 Ford Fusion 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 Ford Fusion 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 Ford Fusion (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mustang | 2013 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mustang | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3801 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2121 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |
