2007 Audi A3 vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A3 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (198 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 535 kg more than 2007 Audi A3.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato. 2007 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Ducato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A3 | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | Audi | Fiat |
Model | A3 | Ducato |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |