2005 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Renault Duster
To start off, 2011 Renault Duster is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2011 Renault Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mustang weights approximately 187 kg more than 2011 Renault Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Renault Duster 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, 2011 Renault Duster 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 Ford Mustang (335 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mustang | 2011 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mustang | Duster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1387 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
