1997 Audi A6 vs. 1997 Ford Mustang
To start off, both 1997 Audi A6 and 1997 Ford Mustang were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,795 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1997 Audi A6. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1997 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Audi A6 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1997 Ford Mustang.
Because 1997 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 1997 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Audi A6, 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, 1997 Audi A6 (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Mustang.
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1997 Audi A6 | 1997 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A6 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1894 cc | 3795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 96.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |