2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro

To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (420 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-150. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 36 kg more than 2006 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 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 Camaro (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford F-150. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford F-150.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ford F-150 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
Make Ford Chevrolet
Model F-150 Camaro
Year Released 2006 2013
Body Type Pickup Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5406 cc 6200 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 420 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 495 Nm 569 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 4600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 103 mm
Engine Stroke Size 106 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.7
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 6 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1715 kg 1751 kg
Vehicle Length 5690 mm 4836 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1918 mm
Vehicle Height 1870 mm 1377 mm
Wheelbase Size 3520 mm 2852 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 12.4 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 16.8 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 114 L 72 L