2007 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 3 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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (211 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 360 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 2007 Audi A6 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, 2007 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, 2007 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang. 2007 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Audi A6 | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A6 | Mustang |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 4009 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |