2006 Fiat Ducato vs. 2011 Audi A3
To start off, 2011 Audi A3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Ducato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Ducato would be higher. At 2,286 cc, 2006 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Ducato. (109 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Ducato.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Ducato. 2011 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Ducato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Ducato | 2011 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | Ducato | A3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2000 cc |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
