2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2000 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 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 83 more horse power than 2000 Ford Mustang. (187 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 641 kg more than 2000 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 2000 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 2000 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Pathfinder | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 3801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2033 kg | 1392 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
