2006 Audi A3 vs. 2002 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Stilo. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 630 kg more than 2002 Fiat Stilo. 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, 2006 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Stilo. (197 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 2002 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A3 | Stilo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |
