2006 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Ulysse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Ulysse would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q3 (168 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Ulysse. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Ulysse.
Because 2012 Audi Q3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Ulysse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 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 Audi Q3 (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Ulysse. (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Ulysse. 2012 Audi Q3 has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Ulysse has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Ulysse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi Q3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Fiat Ulysse | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
Make | Fiat | Audi |
Model | Ulysse | Q3 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |