2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2003 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 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 6,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2003 Ford Mustang. (400 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 402 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (644 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Mustang. (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2003 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | Mustang |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6996 cc | 4599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 644 Nm | 556 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.6 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |