1996 Audi A3 vs. 1996 Ford Escort
To start off, both 1996 Audi A3 and 1996 Ford Escort were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Escort (131 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1996 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Escort weights approximately 6 kg more than 1996 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Ford Escort (172 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A3. (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A3 | 1996 Ford Escort | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A3 | Escort |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 48 L |