2004 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (201 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1252 kg more than 2004 Audi A4. 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 2008 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 Audi A4 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mustang. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mustang.
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2004 Audi A4 | 2008 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A4 | Mustang |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2862 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.3 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |