2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2005 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 4 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 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 395 kg more than 2005 Ford Mustang.
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, 2005 Ford Mustang (434 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (380 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Sprinter | 2005 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Sprinter | Mustang |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2985 cc | 4603 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 434 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 61 L |