2006 Audi S3 vs. 2008 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2008 Fiat Albea is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi S3 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S3 (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Albea. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi S3 weights approximately 279 kg more than 2008 Fiat Albea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Albea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi S3 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 S3 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Albea. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Albea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S3 | 2008 Fiat Albea | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | S3 | Albea |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1151 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |
