1998 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1998 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1998 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Audi A6 (441 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Mustang | 2013 Audi A6 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Mustang | A6 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 441 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4925 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2086 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2912 mm |