2004 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, both 2004 Audi A6 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 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Because 2004 Audi A6 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 A6 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 (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6. 2004 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Audi A6 | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A6 | Mustang |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 4599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |