2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2007 Nissan Murano is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Murano (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (190 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Murano weights approximately 376 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano 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, 2007 Nissan Murano (318 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm). This means 2007 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mustang | 2007 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Mustang | Murano |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3802 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 318 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 82 L |