2005 Audi S4 vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 1 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (211 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 275 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 2005 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 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, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S4 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 100.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
