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Old 12-20-2009, 12:11 PM   #3854
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Originally Posted by nester7929 View Post
I don't know if it's been posted yet, but the GT gets 25 mpg.

http://www.examiner.com/x-8811-Detro...ustang-GT-news
Well the good news about this is that the MPG matches the SS auto MPG...

On top of that the mustang engine reaches peak power at 6500 RPM, and has 20-30 lb/ft torque than the L99/LS3 Both engines reach peak power at 5900 RPM. That's roughly 10% lower (earlier) than the Mustang's engine.

So the Camaro has more weight, more torque and more HP...

I think the Camaro still has a chance at kicking the mustang's tail because it has 8% more torque. The MT mustang weighs 3,533 lbs (will probably weigh a little more with the new engine) and the MT Camaro SS weighs 3860 lbs which is 9% more. But, the Camaro reaches the peak TQ and HP earlier than the new Mustang... So even with the extra weight, the Camaro still has a good chance I think of beating the Mustang!
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