2006 Audi A3 vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 5 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2006 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 849 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.
Because 2006 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford F-150. 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A3 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2379 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 98 L |
