2001 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Audi A4
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 8 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 43 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 377 kg more than 2001 Ford Mustang.
Because 2009 Audi A4 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, 2009 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, 2001 Ford Mustang (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mustang | 2009 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Mustang | A4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 66 L |
