2009 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Ford E-350
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (476 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A3. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A3 | 2007 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A3 | E-350 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 476 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 132 L |