Audi S4 vs. Ford Mustang
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Audi S4 and Ford Mustang contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Audi S4 and the Ford Mustang.
When we compare the Audi S4's and the Ford Mustang's specifications and ratings, the Audi S4 has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. The Ford Mustang has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Audi S4's and the Ford Mustang's specifications and ratings, the Audi S4 is a better car than the Ford Mustang.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Audi S4’s base engine makes 340 horsepower, and the Ford Mustang base engine makes 210 horsepower. The S4 is rated to deliver an average of 15 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 315 miles. The Mustang is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 416 miles. This gives the Ford Mustang the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Audi S4. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Audi S4 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more rear head room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Ford Mustang has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room and rear shoulder room.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
57125
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
N/A
Category Starting MSRP Range:
N/A
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
24560
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Sports Cars)
23639
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Sports Cars)
19735 - 29930
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
Price Range:
-
Category Avg Price:
N/A
Category Avg Price Range:
N/A
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
1
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
82205
# Good or Great Deals:
0
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
12562
Price Range:
4998 - 22397
Category Avg Price:
(Sports Cars)
14543
Category Avg Price Range:
(Sports Cars)
12505 - 17839
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
52
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
88435
# Good or Great Deals:
10
Audi S4 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Ford Mustang Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.6 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
8.0 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Audi S4
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Ford Mustang
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
3.4530223459246474
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
4.164768491211903
Typical Category Recalls:
(Sports Cars)
4.2
Category Range for Recalls:
(Sports Cars)
0.9 - 5.5
Audi S4 Rankings
Not yet available
Ford Mustang Rankings
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8 out of / 9Ranking
14 out of / 14Available Body Styles
Convertible
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Audi S4 Trim Levels
quattro
Ford Mustang Trim Levels
Not yet available
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
340 hp @ 7000 rpm
Torque:
302 foot-lbs @ 3500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.081 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
210 hp @ 5300 rpm
Torque:
240 foot-lbs @ 3500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.063 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
13 / 19 / 15
Range (city/hwy):
216 / 315 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 26 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
272 / 416 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Alloy wheels:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
32.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
45.1 inches
Cargo Space:
10.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
90.4 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
35 inches
Rear Leg Room:
31 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.3 inches
Cargo Space:
9.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
81.6 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4211 lbs
Width:
75.2 inches
Height:
54.8 inches
Length:
180 inches
Wheelbase:
104.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
4 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3352 lbs
Width:
74 inches
Height:
54.5 inches
Length:
187.6 inches
Wheelbase:
107.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P215/65R16
Exterior Colors
Black
Brilliant Black / Phantom Black Pearl Effect
Blue
Moro Blue Pearl Effect / Sprint Blue Pearl Effect
Gray
Dolphin Gray Metallic
Red
Brilliant Red
Silver
Light Silver Metallic
White
Ibis White
Orange
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Clearcoat
Blue
Vista Blue Clearcoat Metallic
Gray
Alloy Clearcoat Metallic / Vapor Silver Clearcoat Metallic
Red
Dark Candy Apple Red Clearcoat Metallic / Torch Red Clearcoat
Silver
Brilliant Silver Clearcoat Metallic
White
Performance White Clearcoat
Orange
Grabber Orange Clearcoat Metallic
Interior Colors
Black
Black/Silver
Red
Crimson Red/Black
Silver
Silver/Black
Beige
Not available
Gray
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Not available
Red
Not available
Silver
Not available
Beige
Medium Parchment
Gray
Dark Charcoal / Light Graphite
