2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 2000 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (187 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 468 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang.
Because 2009 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 2000 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Nitro | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 3801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
