2009 Audi A5 vs. 2012 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2012 Ford Mustang is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A5 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mustang (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Audi A5. (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mustang weights approximately 732 kg more than 2009 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 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, 2012 Ford Mustang (379 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A5. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A5. 2009 Audi A5 has automatic transmission and 2012 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2012 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A5 | 2012 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A5 | Mustang |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3197 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 379 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1627 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |