2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2003 Volvo V50
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo V50 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 67 kg more than 2003 Volvo V50.
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 Volvo V50, 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, 2003 Volvo V50 (320 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm). This means 2003 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang.
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2004 Ford Mustang | 2003 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Mustang | V50 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3801 cc | 2524 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 62 L |