2000 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2008 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 8 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. (112 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 302 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang.
Because 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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 (408 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. (270 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mustang | 2008 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mustang | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
