2006 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2013 GMC Acadia. (284 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 653 kg more than 2013 GMC Acadia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia 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, 2006 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Mustang | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Mustang | Acadia |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 284 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 2203 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5101 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2003 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1846 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 83 L |