2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 312 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang.
Because 2005 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (530 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Murano. (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mustang | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Mustang | Murano |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 82 L |