2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2003 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 6 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. (307 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche.
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, 2003 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2003 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Avalanche | Mustang |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 307 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 529 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 68 L |