2000 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1996 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mustang weights approximately 158 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 1996 Ford Mustang (556 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Silverado. (386 Nm). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Silverado | 1996 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 556 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2580 mm |
