| Model Year | 2010 | 2007 | |
| Model | Audi A3 | Ford Explorer | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1800 |
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed automated manual | 6-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | 4WD w/low range | |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 113.7 in | -12.2 in |
| Length | 168.7 in | 193.4 in | -24.7 in |
| Width | 69.5 in | 73.7 in | -4.2 in |
| Height | 56.0 in | 72.8 in | -16.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3479 lb. | 4706 lb. | -1227 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.0 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -7.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.1 in | 39.8 in | -1.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.3 in | 59.0 in | -4.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.4 in | -55.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 42.4 in | -1.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 38.7 in | -1.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.8 in | 58.9 in | -6.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 55.5 in | -55.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 34.8 in | 36.9 in | -2.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.4 in | -37.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 53.1 in | -53.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 45.3 in | -45.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 34.9 in | -34.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -38.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.1 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | -0.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 13.1 | 43.9 ft3 | -30.8 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 54.6 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 | -29.1 ft3 |
| 2010 Audi A3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
A lot less leg room when compared to the GTI, but the rear hatch space is bigger. see full Audi A3 review |
| 2007 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
the front seat has plenty of leg room and seats hug you see full Ford Explorer review |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Have driven from Maryland to Florida and back a couple of times, as well as 3-4 hours trips routinely. Seats are comfortable with no backache and don't have to stop every couple of hours due to fatigue. Could drive and be comfortable all day long. see full Ford Explorer review |