Audi S3 Sedan vs Ford Taurus Comparison

From The Experts

Things we like	--	Spacious and comfortable cabin Performance Driving pleasure  Read More
Things we don't like	--	Outdated styling Lack of features   Read More

Engine Details

No Of Cylinders	4	6
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Compression Ratio	14.3:1	10.3:1
Fuel Supply System	--	MPFI

Transmission

Gear Box	7-Speed	6-Speed
Transmission Type	Dual Clutch	Automatic
Drive Type	AWD	FWD

Performance

Engine Displacement	1984 cc	3498 cc
Power	288 hp	288 hp
Torque	380 Nm	344 Nm
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Top Speed	249 kmph	--

Dimensions & Capacity

Cargo Volume	286 L	569 L
Seating Capacity	5 seats	5 seats
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	55 L	72 L
Length	4465 mm	5154 mm
Width	1961 mm	2177 mm
Height	1392 mm	1542 mm
Wheel Base	2631 mm	2868 mm
Front Tread	1552 mm	1659 mm
Rear Tread	1526 mm	1664 mm
No Of Doors	4	4
Kerb Weight	1585 kg	1777 kg
Front Headroom	927 mm	991 mm
Front Legroom	1046 mm	1123 mm
Rear Headroom	917 mm	960 mm
Rear Legroom	891 mm	968 mm

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Suspension & Brakes

Front Suspension	MacPherson Strut	Independent
Rear Suspension	Multi-Link	Multi-Link

Wheel & Tyre

Tyre Size	225/40 R18	--
Tyre Type	Radial	Radial
Wheel Size	R18	R18
Alloy Wheel Size	--	18 Inch

Steering

Steering Type	Electric Power	Electric Power
Steering Column	Tilt & Telescopic	Adjustable
Steering Gear Type	Rack & Pinion	Rack & Pinion
Turning Radius	5.5 m	--
Adjustable Steering Column	Yes	Yes

Security

Smart Access Card Entry	No	--
Central Locking	Yes	--
Power Door Locks	Yes	Yes
Anti-Theft Alarm	Yes	--
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	--
Anti Theft Device	--	Yes

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Safety

Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag-Front	Yes	Yes
Child Safety Locks	Yes	Yes
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Anti-Lock Braking System	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	Yes	Yes
Ebd	Yes	Yes
Vehicle Stability Control System	Yes	--
Rear Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Seat Belt Warning	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	Yes	--
Rear Camera	Yes	Yes
Parking Sensors	Yes	--
Crash Sensor	Yes	Yes
Engine Check Warning	Yes	Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor	No	Yes
Front Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Side Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Door Ajar Warning	Yes	Yes
Traction Control	Yes	--

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Engine Details

Valve Configuration	DOHC DOHC	DOHC DOHC
Engine	2.0L Petrol Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC 2.0L Petrol Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC	3.5L Petrol Engine, 6 Cylinder 24 Valve DOHC 3.5L Petrol Engine, 6 Cylinder 24 Valve DOHC

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Front	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Rear	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	Yes	--
Heater	Yes	Yes
Glove Box Cooling	No	--
Engine Start/Stop Button	Yes	--
Adjustable Seats	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Heated Seats - Front	Yes	No
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
On Board Computer	Yes	Yes
Automatic Headlamps	Yes	--
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle	Yes	Yes
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Multi-function Steering Wheel	Yes	--
Cruise Control	Yes	--
Foldable Rear Seat	Yes	Yes
Low Fuel Warning Light	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Headrest	Yes	Yes
Cup Holders-Front	Yes	Yes
Seat Lumbar Support	Yes	Yes
Vanity Mirror	Yes	Yes
Folding Table Rear	No	No
Keyless Entry	Yes	--
Centre Console Armrest	Yes	Yes
Air Quality Control	--	Yes
Rear A/C Vents	--	Yes
Heated Seats - Rear	--	No
Remote Trunk Opener	--	Yes
Rear Seat Center Arm Rest	--	Yes
Cup Holders-Rear	--	Yes
Bottle Holder	--	Yes

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Entertainment & Communication

Touch Screen	Yes	--
FM/AM/Radio	Yes	Yes
Navigation System	Yes	--
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
USB & Auxiliary Input	Yes	Yes
Speakers Front	Yes	Yes
Speakers Rear	Yes	Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio	Yes	--
Voice Control	Yes	--
CD Player	--	Yes
DVD Player	--	No

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Exterior

Adjustable Headlights	Yes	Yes
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	No	No
Rear Window Wiper	No	No
Rear Window Washer	No	No
Wheel Covers	No	No
Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Power Antenna	No	No
Removable Convertible Top	No	No
Roof Carrier	No	No
Sun Roof	Yes	--
Side Stepper	No	No
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator	Yes	Yes
Integrated Antenna	Yes	--
Roof Rail	No	No
Front Brake Type	Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs	Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs
Rear Brake Type	Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs	Discs Discs
Rear Window Defogger	--	Yes
Tinted Glass	--	Yes
Remote Fuel Lid Opener	--	Yes

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Miscellaneous

Tacho Meter	Yes	Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter	Yes	Yes
Leather Seats	Yes	No
Fabric Upholstery	No	Yes
Leather Steering Wheel	Yes	No
Digital Clock	Yes	Yes
Digital Odometer	Yes	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	Yes	Yes
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank	Yes	Yes
Headlamp Type	LED LED	LED LED
Driving Experience Control Eco	--	No

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