2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2013 Jeep Patriot 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 230 more horse power than 2013 Jeep Patriot. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 26 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang.
Because 2013 Jeep Patriot 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, 2013 Jeep Patriot 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 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mustang | 2013 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Mustang | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 97 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1697 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |
