2003 Toyota Avensis vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 337 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Avensis | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Avensis | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |
