2009 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Fiat Ulysse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat Ulysse would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Ulysse (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q3. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q3.
Because 2012 Audi Q3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 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 Q3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. 2009 Fiat Ulysse has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi Q3 has manual transmission. 2012 Audi Q3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Fiat Ulysse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Fiat Ulysse | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
Make | Fiat | Audi |
Model | Ulysse | Q3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |