2006 Ford E-250 vs. 2004 Audi S3
To start off, 2006 Ford E-250 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi S3 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Audi S3. (222 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi S3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S3 weights approximately 199 kg more than 2006 Ford E-250.
Because 2004 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford E-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi S3 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, 2006 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi S3. (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-250 | 2004 Audi S3 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | E-250 | S3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1423 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 62 L |
