2000 Dodge Ram vs. 2000 Ford Mustang
To start off, both 2000 Dodge Ram and 2000 Ford Mustang were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Ram weights approximately 448 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang.
Because 2000 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Ram 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (522 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Ram | 2000 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1628 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2580 mm |
