2008 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Nissan 350Z. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 120 kg more than 2008 Ford Mustang.
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, 2008 Ford Mustang (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan 350Z. (372 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan 350Z. 2005 Nissan 350Z has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Nissan 350Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mustang | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mustang | 350Z |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
