2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (301 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (200 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (321 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Silverado | Mustang |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 4009 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2620 mm |