2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2011 Audi A3
To start off, 2011 Audi A3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 6,799 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2011 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1691 kg more than 2011 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A3. (280 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A3. 2004 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2011 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2011 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Ford Excursion | 2011 Audi A3 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Excursion | A3 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6799 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 280 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 60 L |