2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1999 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (196 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1999 Ford Mustang. (187 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1999 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Mustang. 1999 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 2007 Chevrolet Silverado has manual transmission. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1999 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Silverado | Mustang |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2580 mm |