2006 Ford F-250 vs. 2002 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mustang (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 56 kg more than 2002 Ford Mustang.
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, 2002 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford F-250. (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford F-250.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-250 | 2002 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | F-250 | Mustang |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4200 cc | 4600 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 529 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 68 L |