2006 Ford F-350 vs. 2000 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Ford Mustang. (260 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 230 kg more than 2006 Ford F-350.
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, 2006 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Mustang. (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-350 | 2000 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | F-350 | Mustang |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 4603 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5880 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 59 L |