2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (391 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 364 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 552 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
