2006 Audi A3 vs. 1998 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1998 Ford Maverick. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Audi A3 (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Maverick. (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 1998 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A3 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
