2005 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse (277 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mustang. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 751 kg more than 2005 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse 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, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse (361 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mustang. (326 Nm). This means 2013 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mustang | 2013 Chevrolet Traverse | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Mustang | Traverse |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 2248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5173 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 83 L |
