2009 Dodge Durango vs. 2003 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Durango. (340 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 468 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang.
Because 2009 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (530 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Durango. (380 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Durango. 2009 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Dodge Durango | 2003 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Durango | Mustang |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5699 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1492 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 68 L |