2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 8 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 Ford Mustang. (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Mustang.
Because 2011 Audi R8 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, 2011 Audi R8 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 (529 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi R8. 2003 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 2011 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2011 Audi R8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Ford Mustang | 2011 Audi R8 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Mustang | R8 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1245 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |