2006 Audi A3 vs. 2006 Fiat Siena
To start off, both 2006 Audi A3 and 2006 Fiat Siena were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 66 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Siena. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2006 Fiat Siena. 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 @ 1750 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Siena. (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 Siena. 2006 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Siena has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Siena will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Audi A3 | 2006 Fiat Siena | |
Make | Audi | Fiat |
Model | A3 | Siena |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 54 L |