2006 Ford Expedition vs. 2011 Audi S3
To start off, 2011 Audi S3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Expedition 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 48 more horse power than 2011 Audi S3. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi S3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 260 kg more than 2011 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi S3. (331 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi S3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Expedition | 2011 Audi S3 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Expedition | S3 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 60 L |