1999 Dodge Charger vs. 2005 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Charger (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 372 kg more than 1999 Dodge Charger.
Because 2005 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Dodge Charger. 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. 2005 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 1999 Dodge Charger has manual transmission. 1999 Dodge Charger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Charger | 2005 Ford Five Hundred | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Charger | Five Hundred |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
