2006 Audi A3 vs. 2006 Skoda Fabia
To start off, both 2006 Audi A3 and 2006 Skoda Fabia 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 148 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2006 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Fabia.
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2006 Audi A3 | 2006 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Audi | Skoda |
Model | A3 | Fabia |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |