2007 Ford E-250 vs. 2003 Audi A3
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A3 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2003 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A3.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-250 | 2003 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | E-250 | A3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 55 L |
