2005 Ford Mustang vs. 2000 Audi A6
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2000 Audi A6. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A6 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Ford Mustang.
Because 2000 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2005 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mustang | 2000 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Mustang | A6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
