2006 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
When comparing the 2006 Ford Mustang's and the 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo's specifications and ratings, the 2006 Ford Mustang has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. The 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2006 Ford Mustang's and the 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo's specifications and ratings, the 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is a better car than the 2006 Ford Mustang.
2006 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Pricing
A used 2006 Ford Mustang ranges from $5,439 to $29,945 while a used 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is priced between $2,967 to $14,366.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2006 Ford Mustang’s base engine makes 210 horsepower, and the 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo base engine makes 211 horsepower. The Mustang is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 416 miles. The Monte Carlo is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 493 miles.This gives the 2006 Ford Mustang the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo the advantage in maximum range. The Mustang uses gasoline, and the Monte Carlo uses ethanol, gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2006 Ford Mustang has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
5439 - 29945
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.2103
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
2967 - 14366
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Ford Mustang Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.294082 / 10
Reliability:
8.388164 / 10
Retained Value:
8.2 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Chevrolet Monte Carlo Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Ford Mustang Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 15Ranking
1 out of / 15Ranking
1 out of / 15Ranking
1 out of / 5Ranking
1 out of / 3Ranking
2 out of / 11Ranking
2 out of / 11Ranking
2 out of / 6Ranking
3 out of / 15Ranking
3 out of / 15Ranking
3 out of / 11Ranking
4 out of / 15Ranking
4 out of / 6Ranking
5 out of / 15Ranking
5 out of / 10Ranking
6 out of / 11Ranking
8 out of / 15Ranking
8 out of / 11Chevrolet Monte Carlo Rankings
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline
2006 Ford Mustang Trim Levels
Not yet available
2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Trim Levels
LS, LT, LTZ, SS
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
210 hp @ 5250 rpm
Torque:
240 foot-lbs @ 3500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.062 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
211 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
214 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.061 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 26 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
272 / 416 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 22 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
323 / 493 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Ethanol, Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
34.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
30.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.4 inches
Cargo Space:
13.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
97.8 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3373 lbs
Width:
73.8 inches
Height:
54.4 inches
Length:
187.6 inches
Wheelbase:
107.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3461 lbs
Width:
72.9 inches
Height:
55.8 inches
Length:
196.7 inches
Wheelbase:
110.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P215/65R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P225/60R16