1997 Dodge Copperhead vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Dodge Copperhead. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Dodge Copperhead would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Copperhead (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (200 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Copperhead should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 247 kg more than 1997 Dodge Copperhead.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (321 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Copperhead. (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Copperhead. 2004 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 1997 Dodge Copperhead has manual transmission. 1997 Dodge Copperhead will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Dodge Copperhead | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Copperhead | Mustang |
Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2700 cc | 4009 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |