2001 Ford Mustang vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Xterra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (265 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (181 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 265 kg more than 2001 Ford Mustang.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Ford Mustang (414 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (270 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mustang | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mustang | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 73 L |
