2006 Audi S3 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 S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi S3 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S3 (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Ducato. (161 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi S3 weights approximately 490 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.
Because 2006 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Fiat Ducato. 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, 2012 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi S3. (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S3 | 2012 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | S3 | 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 | 222 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 940 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
