2005 Ford Fusion 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 Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fusion. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A3 weights approximately 315 kg more than 2005 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fusion. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fusion | 2011 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Fusion | A3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
