2005 Dodge Magnum vs. 2001 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2005 Dodge Magnum 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 5,900 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (260 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 251 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 (407 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (379 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Magnum.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Magnum | 2001 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Magnum | Mustang |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5900 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 379 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1731 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |