2005 Audi A8 vs. 2007 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2007 Ford Mustang is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Audi A8. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A8.
Because 2005 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 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, 2007 Ford Mustang (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A8. (360 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A8. 2005 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 2007 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A8 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3697 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.4 mm | 105.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
