2006 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2000 Ford Mustang

To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 455 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang.

Because 2000 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet Captiva 2000 Ford Mustang
Make Chevrolet Ford
Model Captiva Mustang
Year Released 2006 2000
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2403 cc 3791 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 134 HP 190 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 298 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 2750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.5 mm 96.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 100 mm 86.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 9.4:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1845 kg 1390 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 59 L


 

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