2008 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (300 HP) has 103 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2008 Ford Mustang.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 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, 2008 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mustang | 2013 Audi A3 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Mustang | A3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 197 HP |
Torque | 434 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4292 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |