2005 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Audi A4
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mustang. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2005 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A4 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, 2009 Audi A4 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, 2009 Audi A4 (440 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mustang. (434 Nm). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mustang | 2009 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Mustang | A4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4603 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
