2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP) has 72 more horse power than 2013 Audi A8. (328 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 352 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang.
Because 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 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) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A8. (441 Nm). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mustang | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Mustang | A8 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 328 HP |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5137 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2992 mm |
