2011 Nissan Xterra vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 5,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (653 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Xterra. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 194 kg more than 2013 Ford Mustang.
Because 2011 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Xterra 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (856 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Xterra. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Xterra | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Xterra | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 5800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 653 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 856 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4539 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1902 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
