2012 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (414 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2012 Nissan X-Trail. (137 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan X-Trail.
Because 2012 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2012 Nissan X-Trail 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 (529 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan X-Trail. (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan X-Trail | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | X-Trail | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| 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 Length | 4640 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |
