2009 Fiat Ducato vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Fiat Ducato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat Ducato would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Ducato. (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A4 weights approximately 700 kg more than 2009 Fiat Ducato. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat Ducato. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 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, 2012 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Ducato. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Ducato.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Ducato | 2012 Audi A4 | |
Make | Fiat | Audi |
Model | Ducato | A4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3460 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |