1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 302 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Camaro | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3390 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |
