2004 Audi A3 vs. 2009 Ford Flex
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex is newer by 5 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2004 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A3 weights approximately 424 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex.
Because 2009 Ford Flex 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, 2009 Ford Flex 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, 2009 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A3 | 2009 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A3 | Flex |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
