2008 Ford F-350 vs. 2005 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2008 Ford F-350 is newer by 3 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 6,802 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mustang. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mustang weights approximately 390 kg more than 2008 Ford F-350.
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, 2008 Ford F-350 (620 Nm) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mustang. (326 Nm). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford F-350 | 2005 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | F-350 | Mustang |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6802 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 326 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6260 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 61 L |