2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest is newer by 3 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 160 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Quest. (240 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 38 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang.
Because 2003 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 2003 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (530 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Quest. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mustang | 2006 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Mustang | Quest |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |