2007 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2006 Ford Mustang

To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 1 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 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1106 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Chevrolet Equinox is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox 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 (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Chevrolet Equinox 2006 Ford Mustang
Make Chevrolet Ford
Model Equinox Mustang
Year Released 2007 2006
Body Type SUV Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3425 cc 4013 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 185 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 325 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 100.4 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 84.4 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1750 kg 2856 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1770 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.2 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12.5 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.8 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 61 L