2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 8 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 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (420 HP) has 120 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi R8 weights approximately 70 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 2012 Audi R8 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, 2012 Audi R8 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 2012 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Mustang | R8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 420 HP |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |
