2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Audi R8

To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 9 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2003 Ford Mustang. (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi R8 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 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, 2012 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 (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi R8. (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi R8.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Ford Mustang 2012 Audi R8
Make Ford Audi
Model Mustang R8
Year Released 2003 2012
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 4599 cc 5200 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 10 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 400 HP 525 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 8000 RPM
Torque 556 Nm 530 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 6500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1480 kg 1685 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 4435 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1252 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2649 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 90 L


 

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