2006 Ford Mustang vs. 2001 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1411 kg more than 2001 Nissan Pickup. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Pickup. (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Mustang | 2001 Nissan Pickup | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Mustang | Pickup |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2960 mm |