2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2005 Ford Mustang
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Silverado and 2005 Ford Mustang were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 278 kg more than 2005 Ford Mustang.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mustang. (326 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2005 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Silverado | Mustang |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 326 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |