2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1998 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (155 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 570 kg more than 1998 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Sprinter | 1998 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Sprinter | Mustang |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 7350 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 2580 mm |