2008 Ford Mustang vs. 2003 Tata E
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Tata E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Tata E would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2003 Tata E. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2003 Tata E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1488 kg more than 2003 Tata E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Tata E. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Tata E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mustang | 2003 Tata E | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Mustang | E |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2862 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
