1999 Ford Expedition vs. 2012 Audi A3
To start off, 2012 Audi A3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2012 Audi A3. (140 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Expedition weights approximately 855 kg more than 2012 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Expedition 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, 1999 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Expedition | 2012 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Expedition | A3 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 397 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 55 L |
