2005 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, both 2005 Audi A3 and 2005 Ford Expedition were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2005 Audi A3. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A3 weights approximately 177 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A3. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A3. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2005 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A3 | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A3 | Expedition |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 495 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1208 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 106 L |