2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2003 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-150. (203 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1364 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 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 Ford Mustang (530 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford F-150. (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford F-150.
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2006 Ford F-150 | 2003 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | F-150 | Mustang |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1492 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 68 L |