2000 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Ford GT
To start off, 2006 Ford GT is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 2000 Ford Mustang. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford GT weights approximately 222 kg more than 2000 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, 2006 Ford GT (678 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Mustang. (447 Nm). This means 2006 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Mustang | 2006 Ford GT | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Mustang | GT |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 678 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |