1996 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2004 Fiat Stilo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A6 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Stilo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1996 Audi A6. (124 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 55 kg more than 1996 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Fiat Stilo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 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, 2004 Fiat Stilo (311 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A6. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 2004 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A6 | Stilo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |
