1999 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2010 Ford Mustang

To start off, 2010 Ford Mustang is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Infiniti QX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Infiniti QX4 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2010 Ford Mustang. (210 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 359 kg more than 2010 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Infiniti QX4 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, 1999 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Mustang. (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Mustang. 1999 Infiniti QX4 has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2010 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Infiniti QX4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Infiniti QX4 2010 Ford Mustang
Make Infiniti Ford
Model QX4 Mustang
Year Released 1999 2010
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3498 cc 4000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 238 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 359 Nm 325 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1962 kg 1603 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 4778 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1877 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1425 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2720 mm


 

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