2004 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Ford F-150
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A3 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2004 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1204 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.
Because 2005 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Ford F-150 (496 Nm) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A3. (148 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A3 | 2005 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A3 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 496 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 2499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 98 L |
