2006 Audi A3 vs. 2013 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2013 Ford Fusion is newer by 7 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2013 Ford Fusion. (234 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Fusion weights approximately 132 kg more than 2006 Audi A3.
Because 2013 Ford Fusion is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion 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, 2013 Ford Fusion (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3. 2013 Ford Fusion 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. 2013 Ford Fusion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Audi A3 | 2013 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A3 | Fusion |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 234 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4869 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2121 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |