2006 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2012 Fiat Ducato is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (162 HP @ 1950 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Ducato. (161 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 570 kg more than 2012 Fiat Ducato. 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, 2012 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4. 2006 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat Ducato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 2012 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A4 | Ducato |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
