2005 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 8 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 5,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (653 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 2005 Audi A8. (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 197 kg more than 2013 Ford Mustang.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Ford Mustang (856 Nm) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A8. (430 Nm). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A8 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4178 cc | 5800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 653 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 856 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |
