2013 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, both 2013 Ford Mustang and 2013 Chevrolet Cruze were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. (134 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 243 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mustang (380 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. (201 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze has automatic transmission and 2013 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2013 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2013 Ford Mustang | 2013 Chevrolet Cruze | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Mustang | Cruze |
Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1407 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4778 mm | 4597 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2035 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1425 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 59 L |