2007 BMW X5 vs. 2003 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 4 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2003 Ford Mustang. (305 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 624 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X5 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, 2007 BMW X5 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, 2007 BMW X5 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Mustang. (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 2003 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X5 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 59 L |
