2007 Audi S8 vs. 2001 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mustang. (187 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S8 weights approximately 528 kg more than 2001 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 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 S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi S8 | 2001 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | S8 | Mustang |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 3801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1412 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |