2006 Audi A3 vs. 2011 Ford F-450
To start off, 2011 Ford F-450 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2006 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A3.
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, 2011 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 765 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3. 2011 Ford F-450 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. 2011 Ford F-450 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 2011 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A3 | F-450 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1967 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 4379 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 142 L |
