2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Audi TT
To start off, 2010 Audi TT is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (390 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2010 Audi TT. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi TT.
Because 2010 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT 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 Ford Mustang (530 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi TT. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi TT. 2010 Audi TT has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi TT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Ford Mustang | 2010 Audi TT | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Mustang | TT |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4201 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1359 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2469 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |