2012 Audi A3 vs. 2000 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2012 Audi A3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2012 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1750 kg more than 2012 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi A3 | 2000 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A3 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 3210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1422 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 167 L |
