2003 Audi A3 vs. 2012 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2012 Ford Fiesta is newer by 9 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Fiesta (120 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2003 Audi A3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A3 weights approximately 144 kg more than 2012 Ford Fiesta.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Audi A3 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A3 | 2012 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A3 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4067 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1697 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
