2009 Audi S6 vs. 2008 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Audi S6 is newer by 1 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mustang. (300 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mustang.
Because 2009 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi S6 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, 2009 Audi S6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mustang. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mustang. 2009 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi S6 | 2008 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | S6 | Mustang |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
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 | 435 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |