2006 Audi A3 vs. 2006 Ford Expedition
To start off, both 2006 Audi A3 and 2006 Ford Expedition were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2006 Audi A3. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 245 kg more than 2006 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3. 2006 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2006 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 2006 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A3 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 106 L |
