2004 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2006 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 196 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 Five Hundred (281 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. (203 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2006 Ford Five Hundred | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Cavalier | Five Hundred |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 281 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1443 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 72 L |