2006 Ford Expedition vs. 2004 Audi S3
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2004 Audi S3. (222 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi S3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 292 kg more than 2004 Audi S3. 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 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi S3. (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Expedition | 2004 Audi S3 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Expedition | S3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1423 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 62 L |
