2007 Audi S3 vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2007 Audi S3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Audi S3. (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi S3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2007 Audi S3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi S3. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S3 | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S3 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| 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 | 262 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 496 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 98 L |
