2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Ford Mustang
To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 and 2008 Ford Mustang were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (265 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4.
Because 2008 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Audi A4 (447 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mustang. (441 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mustang.
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2008 Audi A4 | 2008 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A4 | Mustang |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3196 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |