2000 Ford Mustang vs. 2003 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2003 Nissan Xterra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Xterra. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 48 kg more than 2003 Nissan Xterra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Xterra 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (522 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mustang | 2003 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mustang | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1628 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
