2000 Audi S3 vs. 2012 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2012 Ford Expedition is newer by 12 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2000 Audi S3. (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi S3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Expedition weights approximately 987 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.
Because 2000 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Expedition. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi S3 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, 2012 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi S3. (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi S3. 2012 Ford Expedition 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. 2012 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Audi S3 | 2012 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | S3 | Expedition |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2517 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3023 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 106 L |