2003 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2010 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2010 Ford Mustang is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mustang (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mustang weights approximately 158 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2010 Ford Mustang (440 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Volkswagen Passat | 2010 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
| Model | Passat | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1967 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1603 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 61 L |
