2006 Audi A3 vs. 1997 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Maverick (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Audi A3. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A3.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Audi A3 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Maverick. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 1997 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A3 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
