2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 9 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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (414 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (211 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 375 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 2013 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, 2013 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, 2013 Audi A6 (549 Nm) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (310 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mustang | 2013 Audi A6 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Mustang | A6 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4009 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 549 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4931 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2086 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2916 mm |