2008 Audi S8 vs. 2005 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2008 Audi S8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mustang. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mustang weights approximately 389 kg more than 2008 Audi S8.
Because 2008 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mustang. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi S8 | 2005 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | S8 | Mustang |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |