2005 Audi A3 vs. 2006 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ducato is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A3 would be higher. At 2,286 cc, 2006 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Ducato (109 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Audi A3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A3.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A3. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A3 | 2006 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A3 | Ducato |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2286 cc |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 19.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
