2003 Toyota Previa vs. 2013 Ford Mustang

To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (414 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Previa. (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 120 kg more than 2003 Toyota Previa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 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 2013 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Previa, 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Previa. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Previa.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Toyota Previa 2013 Ford Mustang
Make Toyota Ford
Model Previa Mustang
Year Released 2003 2013
Body Type Minivan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2360 cc 5000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 157 HP 414 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 221 Nm 529 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 88.5 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 96 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1525 kg 1645 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4778 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 2035 mm
Vehicle Height 1770 mm 1412 mm
Wheelbase Size 2900 mm 2720 mm


 

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