2004 Audi A3 vs. 2002 Ford F-250
To start off, 2004 Audi A3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Audi A3. (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford F-250 weights approximately 740 kg more than 2004 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2002 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A3. 2002 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 2004 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2004 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A3 | 2002 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A3 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3490 mm |
