2005 Ford Mustang vs. 2003 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Forester. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mustang weights approximately 97 kg more than 2003 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Forester 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, 2005 Ford Mustang (326 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mustang | 2003 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Mustang | Forester |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
