2005 Dodge Durango vs. 2001 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (260 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Durango. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 840 kg more than 2001 Ford Mustang.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Ford Mustang (410 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Durango. (319 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Durango | 2001 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Durango | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2138 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 59 L |
