2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1998 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1998 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 643 kg more than 1998 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 1998 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Pathfinder | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2033 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2580 mm |
