2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (414 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 620 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2013 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2013 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Avalanche | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1698 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 61 L |
