2008 Audi A3 vs. 2008 Ford Mondeo
To start off, both 2008 Audi A3 and 2008 Ford Mondeo were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2008 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 178 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 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, 2008 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A3 | 2008 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A3 | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 247 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1458 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 59 L |