2006 Audi A3 vs. 2010 Ford F-350

To start off, 2010 Ford F-350 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A3 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2006 Audi A3. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 918 kg more than 2010 Ford F-350.

Because 2006 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford F-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 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, 2010 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi A3 2010 Ford F-350
Make Audi Ford
Model A3 F-350
Year Released 2006 2010
Body Type Hatchback Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3189 cc 5400 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 495 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.3:1 10.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1884 kg 966 kg
Vehicle Length 4210 mm 5770 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1940 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 3490 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.9 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 144 L


 

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