2000 Dodge Durango vs. 2011 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2011 Ford Mustang is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mustang (412 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Durango. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Durango weights approximately 288 kg more than 2011 Ford Mustang.
Because 2000 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Durango 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, 2011 Ford Mustang (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Durango. (400 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Durango. 2000 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2011 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Dodge Durango | 2011 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Durango | Mustang |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4702 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 412 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 528 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |