2001 Ford EX vs. 2012 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2012 Nissan Cube is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford EX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford EX would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford EX (370 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Cube weights approximately 109 kg more than 2001 Ford EX.
Because 2001 Ford EX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Cube. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX 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, 2001 Ford EX (567 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Ford EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford EX | 2012 Nissan Cube | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | EX | Cube |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 567 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1289 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |