2000 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 5 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 240 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 647 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mustang | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mustang | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 273 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1628 kg | 2275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 95 L |
