2000 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Barchetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Barchetta would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Barchetta. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Barchetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A6 weights approximately 810 kg more than 2000 Fiat Barchetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Fiat Barchetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Barchetta. 2011 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2000 Fiat Barchetta has manual transmission. 2000 Fiat Barchetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Fiat Barchetta | 2011 Audi A6 | |
Make | Fiat | Audi |
Model | Barchetta | A6 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4928 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1458 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2842 mm |