2008 Ford Fusion vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Fusion (160 HP) has 22 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 395 kg more than 2008 Ford Fusion.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Fusion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Fusion | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Fusion | A3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
