1999 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Stilo (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Audi A4. (100 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 145 kg more than 1999 Audi A4. 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, 2006 Fiat Stilo (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A4. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 2006 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A4 | Stilo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 58 L |
