2000 Ford Mustang vs. 2004 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2004 Nissan Murano is newer by 4 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2000 Ford Mustang. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Murano weights approximately 498 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan Murano 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, 2004 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (447 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Murano. (328 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mustang | 2004 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mustang | Murano |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1796 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2810 mm |
