2007 Audi S3 vs. 2007 Ford Mustang
To start off, both 2007 Audi S3 and 2007 Ford Mustang were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S3 (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Ford Mustang. (207 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mustang weights approximately 260 kg more than 2007 Audi S3.
Because 2007 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S3 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 S3 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Mustang. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Mustang.
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2007 Audi S3 | 2007 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | S3 | Mustang |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4016 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 100.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 84.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |