2007 Audi A3 vs. 1997 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1997 Ford Maverick. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Maverick.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Maverick. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 1997 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A3 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
