2004 Audi RS6 vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, both 2004 Audi RS6 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi RS6 weights approximately 392 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi RS6 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 RS6 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 RS6 (560 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (410 Nm). This means 2004 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi RS6 | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | RS6 | Mustang |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 410 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 59 L |