2001 Audi A3 vs. 2009 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Ford Falcon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A3 would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2001 Audi A3. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Falcon weights approximately 479 kg more than 2001 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A3 | 2009 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A3 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4955 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
