2000 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Infiniti QX4
To start off, 2006 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 6 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti QX4 (315 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2000 Ford Mustang. (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 22 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 2006 Infiniti QX4 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, 2006 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, 2006 Infiniti QX4 (530 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Mustang. (408 Nm). This means 2006 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Mustang. 2006 Infiniti QX4 has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Infiniti QX4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mustang | 2006 Infiniti QX4 | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Mustang | QX4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3140 mm |
