2006 Audi A3 vs. 2006 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, both 2006 Audi A3 and 2006 Fiat Ulysse were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,177 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (197 HP) has 71 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Ulysse. (126 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 97 kg more than 2006 Fiat Ulysse. 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 Fiat Ulysse (314 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (281 Nm). This means 2006 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 2006 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A3 | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2177 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 126 HP |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
