2000 Audi S3 vs. 2003 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2003 Ford Excursion is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi S3 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2000 Audi S3. (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi S3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1680 kg more than 2000 Audi S3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2003 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi S3. (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi S3. 2003 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2000 Audi S3 has manual transmission. 2000 Audi S3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Audi S3 | 2003 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | S3 | Excursion |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 3210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 167 L |