2002 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 SSC Aero
To start off, 2006 SSC Aero is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 677 more horse power than 2002 Ford Mustang. (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Mustang weights approximately 367 kg more than 2006 SSC Aero.
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 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 828 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Mustang. (529 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Mustang | 2006 SSC Aero | |
Make | Ford | SSC |
Model | Mustang | Aero |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 1062 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 1357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1293 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1090 mm |