2007 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Ford Fiesta
To start off, both 2007 Audi A3 and 2007 Ford Fiesta were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2007 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2007 Audi A3 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (107 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A3 | 2007 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A3 | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 15.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |