2006 Audi A3 vs. 1995 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1995 Ford Fairlane. (206 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1995 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 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, 1995 Ford Fairlane (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 1995 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A3 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2930 mm |
