1998 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2007 Fiat Stilo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Audi A6 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Stilo. (94 HP @ 580 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi A6 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2007 Fiat Stilo. 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, 1998 Audi A6 (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Stilo. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 2007 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A6 | Stilo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 580 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
