2005 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano II

To start off, both 2005 Ford Mustang and 2005 Nissan Terrano II were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. (123 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 327 kg more than 2005 Ford Mustang.

Because 2005 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano II 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, 2005 Ford Mustang (326 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. (274 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Terrano II.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Mustang 2005 Nissan Terrano II
Make Ford Nissan
Model Mustang Terrano II
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4015 cc 2664 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 202 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 2000 RPM
Torque 326 Nm 274 Nm
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1497 kg 1824 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4250 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1840 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.7 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 72 L


 

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