2007 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Ford F-450
To start off, both 2007 Audi A3 and 2007 Ford F-450 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-450 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3.
Because 2007 Ford F-450 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Ford F-450. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Ford F-450 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3. 2007 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford F-450 has manual transmission. 2007 Ford F-450 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 2007 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A3 | F-450 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 110 L |
