2004 Ford Five Hundred vs. 2009 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2009 Nissan Cube is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Five Hundred. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Five Hundred would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (200 HP) has 80 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Cube. (120 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Cube.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (266 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Cube. (127 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Five Hundred | 2009 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Five Hundred | Cube |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 120 HP |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 82 L |
