1999 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2011 Dodge Nitro is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Ford Mustang. (256 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 350 kg more than 1999 Ford Mustang. 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, 1999 Ford Mustang (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Nitro. (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Nitro. 2011 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1999 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Mustang | 2011 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Ford | Dodge |
Model | Mustang | Nitro |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4544 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1791 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2764 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 74 L |