2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2011 Audi A6. (300 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A6 weights approximately 268 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Because 2011 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 (529 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A6. (420 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 2011 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Mustang | A6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4589 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4933 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2842 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |
