2000 Audi S3 vs. 2006 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ducato is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi S3 would be higher. At 2,286 cc, 2006 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi S3 (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Ducato. (109 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Ducato.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 270 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S3 | 2006 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | S3 | Ducato |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2286 cc |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.2:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |
