2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen CC 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 203 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen CC. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 31 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang.
Because 2003 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen CC, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen CC. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen CC. 2013 Volkswagen CC 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 Volkswagen CC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Ford Mustang | 2013 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Mustang | CC |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1523 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2711 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |