2005 Dodge Durango vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (414 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 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 630 kg more than 2013 Ford Mustang.
Because 2005 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (529 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Durango. (393 Nm). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Durango | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2328 kg | 1698 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 61 L |
