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 202 more horse power than 2006 Audi A3. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A3.
Because 2011 Ford F-450 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, 2011 Ford F-450 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-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 805 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-450 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-450 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A3 | F-450 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 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 |
