2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 6,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (129 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Stilo.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Fiat Stilo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 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, 2012 Audi A8 (627 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Stilo. 2012 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2001 Fiat Stilo has manual transmission. 2001 Fiat Stilo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Stilo | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | Stilo | A8 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 627 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5268 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3122 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 90 L |
