2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 2011 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2011 Ford Mustang is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mustang (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 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 303 kg more than 2011 Ford Mustang.
Because 2005 Dodge Dakota 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, 2005 Dodge Dakota 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 (379 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Dakota | Mustang |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3704 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 379 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1627 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 61 L |