1999 Ford Mustang vs. 2001 Audi S3
To start off, 2001 Audi S3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi S3 (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1999 Ford Mustang. (187 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi S3 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1999 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi S3 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, 1999 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi S3. (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Mustang | 2001 Audi S3 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Mustang | S3 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3801 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |
