2008 Audi A3 vs. 2006 Ford E-250
To start off, 2008 Audi A3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford E-250 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2008 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A3 weights approximately 281 kg more than 2006 Ford E-250.
Because 2008 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford E-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2006 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A3 | 2006 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A3 | E-250 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 132 L |
