2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2000 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 3,931 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 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 689 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Because 2000 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 2000 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Mustang | Ram |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3931 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1387 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2790 mm |
