2006 Audi A3 vs. 1998 Fiat Marea
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Marea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Marea would be higher. At 1,996 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Marea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Marea (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1998 Fiat Marea.
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, 2006 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Marea. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Marea.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A3 | 1998 Fiat Marea | |
Make | Audi | Fiat |
Model | A3 | Marea |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |