2002 Ford Excursion vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Excursion (252 HP) has 55 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1750 kg more than 2013 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Ford Excursion (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Excursion | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Excursion | A3 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2578 mm |
