2006 Ford GT vs. 2001 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2006 Ford GT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford GT (550 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mustang. (187 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford GT weights approximately 172 kg more than 2001 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 GT (678 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford GT | 2001 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | GT | Mustang |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 550 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1412 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |