2006 Audi A3 vs. 2006 Fiat Palio II
To start off, both 2006 Audi A3 and 2006 Fiat Palio II were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 53 kg more than 2006 Fiat Palio II. 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 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 2006 Fiat Palio II | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A3 | Palio II |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |
