2011 Ford Fiesta vs. 2008 Audi A3
To start off, 2011 Ford Fiesta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A3 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Fiesta (120 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A3 weights approximately 114 kg more than 2011 Ford Fiesta.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Ford Fiesta (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3. 2008 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 2011 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Ford Fiesta | 2008 Audi A3 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Fiesta | A3 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1151 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4067 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1697 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2489 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |