2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2003 Hummer H2
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Hummer H2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Hummer H2 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hummer H2 (321 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1314 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Hummer H2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Hummer H2 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, 2003 Hummer H2 (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 2003 Hummer H2 | |
| Make | Ford | Hummer |
| Model | Mustang | H2 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 2910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 121 L |
