2000 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano is newer by 9 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 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Ford Mustang. (260 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 38 kg more than 2009 Nissan Murano.
Because 2000 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Murano. (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Mustang | 2009 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Mustang | Murano |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4603 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 82 L |