2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Sentra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Sentra. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 87 kg more than 2006 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Sentra, 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Sentra. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 2006 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mustang | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
