2008 Fiat Sedici vs. 2007 Audi A3
To start off, 2008 Fiat Sedici 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Sedici. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Sedici. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2008 Fiat Sedici. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Sedici 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, 2007 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Sedici. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Sedici. 2007 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Sedici has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Sedici 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.
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2008 Fiat Sedici | 2007 Audi A3 | |
Make | Fiat | Audi |
Model | Sedici | A3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |