2007 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2007 Ford Mustang is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mustang (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Almera. (113 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mustang weights approximately 345 kg more than 2005 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Almera, 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, 2007 Ford Mustang (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Almera. (163 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Mustang | 2005 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mustang | Almera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
