2002 Dodge M80 vs. 2005 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge M80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge M80 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Dodge M80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge M80 (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge M80 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 599 kg more than 2002 Dodge M80.
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, 2002 Dodge M80 (319 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge M80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. 2005 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 2002 Dodge M80 has manual transmission. 2002 Dodge M80 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:
2002 Dodge M80 | 2005 Ford Five Hundred | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | M80 | Five Hundred |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1734 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 72 L |