2006 Audi A3 vs. 2012 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2012 Ford Fusion is newer by 6 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Fusion (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2006 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Fusion weights approximately 311 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2012 Ford Fusion (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 2012 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A3 | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |
