2011 Fiat Fiorino vs. 2007 Audi A3
To start off, 2011 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A3 would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Fiorino. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 339 kg more than 2011 Fiat Fiorino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Fiat Fiorino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 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, 2007 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Fiorino. (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Fiorino. 2007 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 2011 Fiat Fiorino has manual transmission. 2011 Fiat Fiorino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Fiat Fiorino | 2007 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | Fiorino | A3 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.5 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
