2005 Dodge Durango vs. 2005 Ford Mustang
To start off, both 2005 Dodge Durango and 2005 Ford Mustang were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mustang. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 941 kg more than 2005 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango 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, 2005 Dodge Durango (393 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mustang. (335 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Durango | 2005 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Durango | Mustang |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 4009 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 335 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 100.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 84.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2328 kg | 1387 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 61 L |