2012 Audi A3 vs. 2011 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2012 Audi A3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Crown Victoria (224 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2012 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1396 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 2011 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 2011 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2011 Ford Crown Victoria (359 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Audi A3 | 2011 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A3 | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1422 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |