2003 Ford GT vs. 2012 Nissan Juke

To start off, 2012 Nissan Juke is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford GT would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Juke. (188 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Juke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford GT weights approximately 178 kg more than 2012 Nissan Juke. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Ford GT 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 2003 Ford GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke, 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, 2003 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Juke. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Juke.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Ford GT 2012 Nissan Juke
Make Ford Nissan
Model GT Juke
Year Released 2003 2012
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5409 cc 1600 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 493 HP 188 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 678 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1520 kg 1342 kg
Vehicle Length 4650 mm 4125 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1765 mm
Vehicle Height 1130 mm 1570 mm
Wheelbase Size 2490 mm 2530 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 50 L