2006 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2007 Fiat Stilo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A3 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Stilo. (99 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 155 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 (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Stilo. (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 2007 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A3 | Stilo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1909 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |
