2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2003 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 1 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1562 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Mustang. (530 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Mustang. 2004 Ford Excursion 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. 2004 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Ford Excursion | 2003 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Excursion | Mustang |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6801 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 530 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3054 kg | 1492 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 68 L |