Afterglow vs Ambush Yellow

How close are they?

ΔE 15.0, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. Ambush Yellow is a little darker, warmer than Afterglow.

Can I use Ambush Yellow instead of Afterglow?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 15). Ambush Yellow is a little darker, warmer than Afterglow.

Can I use Afterglow instead of Ambush Yellow?

The same difference applies the other way round: Afterglow is a little lighter, cooler.

ΔE is the colour difference between our two swatch estimates: under about 6 is close, over about 15 is loose. Real paints also differ in finish, coverage and how they thin, so test before you commit.