2007 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mustang (207 HP) has 69 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mustang weights approximately 210 kg more than 2013 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 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 Ford Mustang (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Mustang | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Mustang | A3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
