2010 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2005 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A3 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Crown Victoria (239 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2005 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1591 kg more than 2005 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford Crown Victoria 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 2010 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2010 Ford Crown Victoria (374 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A3. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford Crown Victoria | 2005 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Crown Victoria | A3 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
