2009 Audi A3 vs. 2006 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 3 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, 2006 Fiat Ducato (109 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 2006 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A3 | Ducato |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2286 cc |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 19.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| 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 |
