2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2011 Audi A3
To start off, 2011 Audi A3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,405 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2011 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1755 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.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion 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 Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 2011 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Excursion | A3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5405 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3215 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 55 L |
