2005 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Fiat Panda
To start off, both 2005 Audi A3 and 2005 Fiat Panda were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Audi A3 (330 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A3 | 2005 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Audi | Fiat |
Model | A3 | Panda |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3196 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |