2009 Ford E-350 vs. 2009 Audi A3
To start off, both 2009 Ford E-350 and 2009 Audi A3 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A3 weights approximately 336 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
Because 2009 Ford E-350 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford E-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-350 | 2009 Audi A3 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | E-350 | A3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1302 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 55 L |