2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 2005 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 2 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 363 kg more than 2005 Ford Mustang.
Because 2007 Dodge Nitro 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, 2007 Dodge Nitro 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, 2007 Dodge Nitro (460 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mustang. (326 Nm). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Nitro | 2005 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Nitro | Mustang |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2768 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 326 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |