2006 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (99 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 1 kg more than 2006 Audi A3.
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 (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 2005 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A3 | Stilo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1266 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |
