1998 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Audi A3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1998 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A3 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1998 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Escort | 2010 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Escort | A3 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1422 mm |
