2009 Audi A6 vs. 2003 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (342 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2003 Ford Mustang. (188 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (243 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2003 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3129 cc | 3801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
