2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Audi S5
To start off, 2011 Audi S5 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 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2011 Audi S5. (333 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi S5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S5 weights approximately 475 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang.
Because 2011 Audi S5 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 S5 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 (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi S5. (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi S5.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mustang | 2011 Audi S5 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Mustang | S5 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 333 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |