2005 Ford Mustang vs. 2003 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Primera. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mustang weights approximately 115 kg more than 2003 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Primera, 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, 2005 Ford Mustang (335 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Primera. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mustang | 2003 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mustang | Primera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1387 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 62 L |
