1995 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2006 Nissan Murano is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1995 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Murano weights approximately 150 kg more than 1995 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano 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, 2006 Nissan Murano (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Mustang | 2006 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Mustang | Murano |
Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |