2007 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Ford S-Max
To start off, both 2007 Audi A3 and 2007 Ford S-Max were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford S-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Ford S-Max. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford S-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford S-Max weights approximately 393 kg more 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 S-Max (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford S-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A3 | 2007 Ford S-Max | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A3 | S-Max |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1743 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |