2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza 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 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Venza. (179 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 310 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang.
Because 2013 Toyota Venza 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 Toyota Venza 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 (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Venza. (247 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Venza. 2013 Toyota Venza 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 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mustang | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mustang | Venza |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |
