2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 538 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Mustang (427 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Dakota | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Dakota | Mustang |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3703 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 427 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1662 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 59 L |