2004 Audi S4 vs. 2009 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2009 Ford Mustang. (210 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S4 weights approximately 754 kg more than 2009 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mustang. (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Mustang.
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2004 Audi S4 | 2009 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | S4 | Mustang |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4009 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |