2000 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Audi R8
To start off, 2007 Audi R8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2000 Ford Mustang. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi R8 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi R8 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, 2007 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Mustang. 2007 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mustang | 2007 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Mustang | R8 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |
