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Ford Mustang 2006

Ford Mustang 2006

Sport > Ford
By Benjamin Cyr - (2006-12-31)

Since its introduction in 2005, the Mustang has been successful in both the United States and Canada. I realize that I’m one of a few who find the new Mustang’s look ordinary even though it’s related to the mythical models of the late sixties. Please! Don’t crucify me. Instead, let me give you my evaluation of the new version of the Mustang convertible. After all, taste is subjective!

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Ford Mustang 2006

By Benjamin Cyr

But the coasting and high speed turns evaluations are another matter. This is a heavy car with rigid axles and too much power in the power steering. The result is a somewhat awkward vehicle that sticks only to a dry and smooth surface. The slightest mistake in turning destabilizes the car and a wet surface makes it, quite simply, dangerous, especially the GT version. Even traction control fails to stop the rear wheels from skating. It bears saying that this rigid axle rear suspension technology is several decades old and the performance far from what one would get with an independent suspension. But, with this compromise, Ford can offer the Mustang at an excellent price.

Braking is adequate but one expects more from a 300 horsepower car with such great acceleration.

From $ 27, 995 to $ 36, 995

Granted, the Mustang is not a refined or sophisticated sports car nor is it fun to push in curves but you know, for the nostalgia buffs, nothing is worth more than a noisy and powerful power plant that provides extraordinary acceleration. Mustang fits the bill, especially with your hair blowing in the wind. And it’s hard to argue with the base price for the Cabriolet version; the V6 starts at $ 27, 995 and the GT V8 at $ 36, 995. At this price, there is no serious competition.

Technicals Informations (Mustang)

BASIC INFORMATION
Category Sport
Number of passengers 4
Number of doors 2
PRICE
Price range 27 995$ - 36 995 $
DRIVE TRAIN
Engine type V8
Displacement 4,6 liters
Horse power ch@rpm 300 hp.
Acceleration 0-100 km/h 5,4 sec.
Torque (lb.pi@rpm) 320 lb.pi@ 5400 rpm
Automatic transmission (number of speeds) 5
Manual transmission (number of speeds) 6
Continusly variable transmission No
Antilock brakes Yes
TIRES
Tire size 17 inches
Wheel dimension 235/55
SECURITY
Front air bags 2
Stability assist system No
COMFORT AND COMMODITIES
Seating & trim Leather
Heating seats Yes
Air conditioning Yes
Cruise control Yes
Power door locks Yes
Remote entry system Yes
Power windows Yes
Adjustable steering Yes
Steering No
AUDIO SYSTEM
AM/FM radio with CD Yes
GAS MILEAGE (l/100km)
Average consumption during test 14,5 l/100km
DIMENSIONS
Length 4 770 mm
Width 1 880 mm
Height 1 410 mm
Wheel base (mm) 2 720 mm
Weight (kg) 1 668 kg
Cargo volume (L) 275 L
WARRANTY (YEARS / KM)
Base warranty 3 years / 60 000 km
Road side assistance Yes

 

Ford Mustang 2006

Ford Mustang 2006

Ford Mustang 2006

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