2009 Ford Escape vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Escape would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A3 (197 HP) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 488 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Escape. 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 (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
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2009 Ford Escape | 2013 Audi A3 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Escape | A3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 197 HP |
Torque | 232 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4292 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |