2009 Ford Maverick vs. 2010 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Audi A3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2009 Ford Maverick. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Maverick weights approximately 55 kg more than 2010 Audi A3.
Because 2009 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Maverick 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, 2010 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Maverick | 2010 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Maverick | A3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
