2008 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Audi A3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Ducato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Ducato would be higher. At 2,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 860 kg more than 2008 Audi A3.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Fiat Ducato (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3. 2008 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Ducato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A3 | 2007 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A3 | Ducato |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
