2005 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2013 Nissan Cube is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mustang 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 90 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Cube. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mustang weights approximately 115 kg more than 2013 Nissan Cube. 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, 2013 Nissan Cube, 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mustang | 2013 Nissan Cube | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Mustang | Cube |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4009 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1387 kg | 1272 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |