2008 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2006 Nissan X-Trail. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 383 kg more than 2008 Ford Mustang.
Because 2008 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 2008 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan X-Trail, 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, 2008 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mustang | 2006 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Mustang | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |