2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Vectra would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (190 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. (174 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 6 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang.
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 Vauxhall Vectra, 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 (298 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. (265 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra.
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2004 Ford Mustang | 2003 Vauxhall Vectra | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Mustang | Vectra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3802 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 265 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |