2007 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, both 2007 Audi A3 and 2007 Ford Ranger were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,187 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 320 kg more than 2007 Audi A3.
Because 2007 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 will offer significantly more control. 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 (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A3 | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A3 | Ranger |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3187 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 19.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 15.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 82 L |