2004 Ford GT vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford GT would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford GT (494 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NV. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 1158 kg more than 2004 Ford GT.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 GT (679 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NV. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NV. 2012 Nissan NV has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford GT has manual transmission. 2004 Ford GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan NV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford GT | 2012 Nissan NV | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | GT | NV |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 6111 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 2131 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3711 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 106 L |
