2006 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Mustang 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 (572 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mustang. (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2006 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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (754 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mustang. (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Mustang | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Mustang | Camaro |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4013 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 572 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 754 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1377 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 72 L |