2001 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Audi A6
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (260 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 382 kg more than 2001 Ford Mustang.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2001 Ford Mustang (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mustang | 2007 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Mustang | A6 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 13.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |
