2005 Dodge Viper vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper 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 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (390 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 180 kg more than 2005 Dodge Viper.
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, 2005 Dodge Viper (712 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (529 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Viper | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Viper | Mustang |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8277 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 529 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |