1996 Audi A3 vs. 2000 Ford Escape
To start off, 2000 Ford Escape is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A3 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1996 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Escape weights approximately 324 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.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape 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, 2000 Ford Escape (169 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A3. (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A3 | 2000 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A3 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| 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 | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 59 L |
