2002 Audi A6 vs. 2000 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2002 Audi A6 is newer by 2 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2000 Ford Mustang. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A6 weights approximately 360 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 2002 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, 2002 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, 2002 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A6 | 2000 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
