1989 Dodge Colt vs. 2005 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Dodge Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Dodge Colt would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1989 Dodge Colt. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1989 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 539 kg more than 1989 Dodge Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Dodge Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred 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, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Dodge Colt. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Dodge Colt | 2005 Ford Five Hundred | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Colt | Five Hundred |
Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1734 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |