2002 Audi A4 vs. 2002 Ford Mustang
To start off, both 2002 Audi A4 and 2002 Ford Mustang were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mustang (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2002 Audi A4. (184 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Mustang weights approximately 52 kg more than 2002 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A4. (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A4 | 2002 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
