2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram 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 6,688 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mustang. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1652 kg more than 2005 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram 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 Ram 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 Ram (827 Nm) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mustang. (326 Nm). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2005 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6688 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3013 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3149 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 61 L |
