2006 Audi S3 vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, both 2006 Audi S3 and 2006 Ford Escape were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S3 (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi S3 weights approximately 186 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Audi S3 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi S3 | 2006 Ford Escape | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | S3 | Escape |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1244 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |