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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A3 (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A3 weights approximately 435 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (89 Nm @ 2750 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 | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |