2009 Audi A3 vs. 2009 Fiat Bravo
To start off, both 2009 Audi A3 and 2009 Fiat Bravo were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Bravo (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 50 kg more than 2009 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Fiat Bravo (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A3 | 2009 Fiat Bravo | |
Make | Audi | Fiat |
Model | A3 | Bravo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |