2004 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, both 2004 Audi A4 and 2004 Ford Mustang were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (211 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (230 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A4 | Mustang |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 4009 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 100.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |