2006 Audi S4 vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2013 Ford Mustang. (301 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 140 kg more than 2006 Audi S4.
Because 2013 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Mustang. (380 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S4 | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S4 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
