Model Year | 2016 | 2006 | |
Model | Audi A3 / S3 | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 292 hp@5400 280 lb-ft@1900 |
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 | 103.5 in | 113.7 in | -10.2 in |
Length | 169.8 in | 193.4 in | -23.6 in |
Width | 70.3 in | 73.7 in | -3.4 in |
Height | 56.1 in | 72.8 in | -16.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3903 lb. | 4706 lb. | -803 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 10.6 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -11.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 36.9 in | 39.8 in | -2.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 59.0 in | -4.2 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 | 37.5 in | 38.7 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.9 in | 58.9 in | -6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 55.5 in | -55.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.4 in | 36.9 in | -1.5 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 | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -37.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 9.9 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | -3.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 9.9 | 43.9 ft3 | -34 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 39.5 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 | -44.2 ft3 |
2016 Audi A3 / S3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Same goes for rear seat room. The Audi S3's rear seat can be a tight fit for adults, especially if those in the front seats are tall. But at least most adults will fit. My adult-sized children rode in the back seat from Detroit to Nashville and back without complaining about the amount of space. (It helped that none of us are tall; I'm 5-9.) The back seat in the CLA provides far less room for heads and legs. Mercedes markets it as a coupe for a reason. see full Audi A3 / S3 review |
2016 Audi A3 / S3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2016 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 292hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual AWD |
very tight see full Audi A3 / S3 review |
2006 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Lots of room. Great even in the 3rd rear bench see full Ford Explorer review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
Plenty of leg room see full Ford Explorer review |