2006 Audi A3 vs. 2006 Ford Explorer
To start off, both 2006 Audi A3 and 2006 Ford Explorer were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Explorer (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Audi A3. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A3.
Because 2006 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Explorer 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, 2006 Ford Explorer (407 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 2006 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A3 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3188 cc | 4605 cc |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 85 L |
