2004 Audi A4 vs. 2001 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (220 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mustang. (193 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 298 kg more than 2001 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 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, 2001 Ford Mustang (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2001 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1412 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 59 L |
