2007 Audi S8 vs. 2011 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2011 Ford Mustang is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi S8 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 139 more horse power than 2011 Ford Mustang. (305 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S8 weights approximately 313 kg more than 2011 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 2011 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 @ 3400 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Mustang. (379 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Mustang. 2007 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2011 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Audi S8 | 2011 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | S8 | Mustang |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 379 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1627 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |