2006 Audi A3 vs. 2006 Ford Mustang
To start off, both 2006 Audi A3 and 2006 Ford Mustang were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mustang. (130 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mustang.
Because 2006 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 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, 2006 Ford Mustang (461 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A3 | 2006 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A3 | Mustang |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1982 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |