2000 Audi A4 vs. 1998 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2000 Audi A4 is newer by 2 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, 2000 Audi A4 (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1998 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Mustang.
Because 2000 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 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, 1998 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A4. (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A4. 1998 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 2000 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2000 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 1998 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
