2003 Mustang Engine Information – 281 cubic inch V-8 (4.6 L Ford Modular V8)

Ford’s Modular 4.6L SOHC V8

There were three versions of the 4.6 liter V8 available in 2003.

The Mach 1 got a 305 hp version of the 4.6L engine which was only available in the Mach 1 Mustang. The success of the 2001 Bullitt led to the production of this special edition Mach 1. The Mach 1 version of the 4.6 L DOHC engine bumped power to 305 hp. This all-aluminium engine features the same high flow heads as the 2003 – 2004 SVT Cobra. The engine also has intake camshafts sourced from Lincoln’s 5.4 Liter “InTech” V8 to provide more mid-range torque. It was was equipped with a Windsor Aluminum Plant or WAP block unique from the Teksid aluminium blocks used in the 1996–1999 Cobras