2010 Ford Edge vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford Edge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford Edge would be higher. At 3,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Edge (255 HP) has 117 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Edge weights approximately 946 kg more than 2013 Audi A3. 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 2010 Ford Edge. 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, 2010 Ford Edge (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford Edge | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Edge | A3 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | 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 | 2451 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5504 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2126 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3505 mm | 2578 mm |
