2009 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Audi A3

To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (300 HP) has 162 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 539 kg more than 2009 Ford Mustang.

Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 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, 2009 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Ford Mustang 2013 Audi A3
Make Ford Audi
Model Mustang A3
Year Released 2009 2013
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4604 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V W
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 138 HP
Torque 434 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 16.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 966 kg 1505 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4292 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1995 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1423 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2578 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.2 L/100km 4.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 6.7 L/100km


 

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