2006 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (464 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mustang. (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER weights approximately 176 kg more than 2006 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, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (637 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mustang. (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Mustang | 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER | |
Make | Ford | Dodge |
Model | Mustang | CHALLENGER |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 6400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 464 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.5 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1891 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5023 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1923 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1449 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 72 L |