2012 Dodge Journey vs. 2005 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2012 Dodge Journey is newer by 7 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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Journey (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mustang. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Journey weights approximately 375 kg more than 2005 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Journey, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Dodge Journey (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mustang. (335 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Journey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Dodge Journey | 2005 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Journey | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 1387 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4887 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1765 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2891 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 61 L |
