2001 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 4 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mustang. (260 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 735 kg more than 2001 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Ford Mustang (410 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (395 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mustang | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mustang | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 2033 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |
