2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 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 6,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mustang. (300 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1595 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mustang. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | Mustang |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6995 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 505 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |