2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (346 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (211 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1059 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (310 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 4009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 100.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 60 L |
