2007 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2011 Nissan GT-R is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2007 Ford Mustang. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Mustang.
Because 2011 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan GT-R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Mustang. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Mustang | 2011 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mustang | GT-R |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 74 L |
