2004 Audi A3 vs. 2003 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Audi A3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,954 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Excursion (321 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2004 Audi A3. (252 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1805 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, 2003 Ford Excursion (759 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A3 | 2003 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A3 | Excursion |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 5954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 3370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3490 mm |