2000 Audi A6 vs. 2000 Ford Mustang

To start off, both 2000 Audi A6 and 2000 Ford Mustang were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (260 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2000 Audi A6. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A6 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang.

Because 2000 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A6.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Audi A6 2000 Ford Mustang
Make Audi Ford
Model A6 Mustang
Year Released 2000 2000
Body Type Station Wagon Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2669 cc 4603 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 247 HP 260 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 406 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 90.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 90 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1620 kg 1480 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 59 L


 

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