2004 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Ford E-150
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 3 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2004 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A3.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A3. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A3 | 2007 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A3 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 132 L |
