2008 Audi A3 vs. 2008 Ford S-Max
To start off, both 2008 Audi A3 and 2008 Ford S-Max were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford S-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford S-Max weights approximately 327 kg more than 2008 Audi A3.
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 Audi A3 (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford S-Max. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford S-Max.
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2008 Audi A3 | 2008 Ford S-Max | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A3 | S-Max |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 143 HP |
Torque | 200 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |