2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 10 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 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A5 (208 HP) has 20 more horse power than 2003 Ford Mustang. (188 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A5 weights approximately 219 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Audi A5 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Mustang. 2003 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 2013 Audi A5 has manual transmission. 2013 Audi A5 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mustang | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Mustang | A5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | rear |
| Engine Size | 3801 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4626 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2751 mm |
