2006 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mustang. (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 878 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.
Because 2013 Ford F-150 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mustang. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Mustang | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Mustang | F-150 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2593 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 6195 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2464 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3988 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 136 L |