2006 Audi S3 vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, both 2006 Audi S3 and 2006 Ford F-150 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S3 (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-150. (203 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1426 kg more than 2006 Audi S3.
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 Ford F-150 (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi S3. (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi S3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi S3 | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | S3 | F-150 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2856 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 98 L |