2003 Audi A3 vs. 2004 Ford E-250
To start off, 2004 Ford E-250 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A3 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A3 (246 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-250 weights approximately 490 kg more than 2003 Audi A3.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-250 (389 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A3. (310 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A3 | 2004 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A3 | E-250 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3188 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 132 L |
