2007 Ford Mustang vs. 2003 Subaru B
To start off, 2007 Ford Mustang is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru B would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru B (389 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2007 Ford Mustang. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru B should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Mustang.
Because 2003 Subaru B is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru B 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 Subaru B (550 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Mustang. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Mustang. 2003 Subaru B has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Ford Mustang | 2003 Subaru B | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Mustang | B |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 389 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105.7 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |