2002 Audi A3 vs. 2004 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2004 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A3 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2002 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 525 kg more than 2002 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred 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, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A3. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi A3 | 2004 Ford Five Hundred | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A3 | Five Hundred |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |