2006 Ford Mustang vs. 2000 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lotus GT 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lotus GT 1 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mustang. (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 665 kg more than 2000 Lotus GT 1.
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, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mustang. (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Mustang | 2000 Lotus GT 1 | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | Mustang | GT 1 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 3506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 573 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |