2010 Fiat Fiorino vs. 2009 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A3 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Fiorino. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A3 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2010 Fiat Fiorino. 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 Audi A3 (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Fiorino. (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Fiorino. 2009 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 2010 Fiat Fiorino has manual transmission. 2010 Fiat Fiorino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Fiat Fiorino | 2009 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | Fiorino | A3 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
