2003 Audi A8 vs. 2011 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2011 Ford Mustang is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mustang (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2003 Audi A8. (272 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A8 weights approximately 193 kg more than 2011 Ford Mustang.
Because 2003 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8 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, 2003 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Mustang. (379 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Mustang. 2003 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2011 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Audi A8 | 2011 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A8 | Mustang |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3936 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 379 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1627 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |