2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2004 Nissan X-Trail

To start off, both 2004 Ford Mustang and 2004 Nissan X-Trail were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 242 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang.

Because 2004 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (410 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. (270 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan X-Trail.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Ford Mustang 2004 Nissan X-Trail
Make Ford Nissan
Model Mustang X-Trail
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4605 cc 2184 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 261 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 410 Nm 270 Nm
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1518 kg 1760 kg
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2540 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 59 L 60 L


 

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