2006 Audi A3 vs. 2006 Ford Bantam
To start off, both 2006 Audi A3 and 2006 Ford Bantam were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (200 HP) has 126 more horse power than 2006 Ford Bantam. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2006 Ford Bantam. 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, 2006 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 2006 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A3 | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1297 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 54 L |
