2002 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2013 Nissan Quest is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mustang (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Quest. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Quest weights approximately 517 kg more than 2002 Ford Mustang.
Because 2002 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 2002 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Quest, 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, 2002 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Mustang | 2013 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Mustang | Quest |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1999 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1854 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |