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. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP) has 33 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 539 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
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 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 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 Size | 2975 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1505 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 | 9.1 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
