2007 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Ford Freestyle
To start off, both 2007 Audi A3 and 2007 Ford Freestyle were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Freestyle (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3.
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 Ford Freestyle (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3. 2007 Ford Freestyle has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Freestyle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Audi A3 | 2007 Ford Freestyle | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A3 | Freestyle |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 78.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |