2008 Audi A3 vs. 2001 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2008 Audi A3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,405 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2008 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1756 kg more than 2008 Audi A3. 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, 2001 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A3 | 2001 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A3 | Excursion |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 5405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 3261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 167 L |