2004 Nissan Xterra vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (438 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 123 kg more than 2013 Ford Mustang.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Ford Mustang (515 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (334 Nm). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Xterra | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Xterra | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3278 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1774 kg | 1651 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 61 L |
